Community engagement-Related activity: The GROWTH program
Journal entry: Teacher

This has been my first week participating in the See All Academy GROWTH program

(Gaining Reflective Outcomes With Total Harmony). One of my students (Tom) was accused of bullying a younger student on the playground and required to a GROWTH CENTER REFLECTION SHEET that consisted of answering various essay questions. Then, he had to write an apology letter to the bullied student. As part of my role in GROWTH and the ongoing monitoring of program efficacy, when Tom was one of the randomly-selected GROWTH students to receive a weekly progress sheet, I had to give him a letter grade for a list of specific behaviors and classwork and tabulate the number of points he accumulated at the end of the week: because he did not receive any N's or U's I was able to make a 'good' phone call home to his parent. Tom's…...

Community Engagement ChallengesPrompt 1: The first principle of community engagement offered in Chapter 2 is Be clear about the purpose and goals of the engagement effort and the population and/or community you want to engage. In the professor desk interview, she strongly recommend a different approach: creating the purpose and goals together with the community, you are engaging. Discuss which approach preferred and why. (Approach in chapter 2 or the professors approach)From one perspective, it would be a waste of scarce resources to venture into a new engagement effort without first identifying an overarching purpose and developing some general goals. Indeed, without an initial focus on what needs to be accomplished, engagement efforts will invariably fail to achieve optimal outcomes. Furthermore, some degree of flexibility in formulating goals is described in chapter 2s first principle of community engagement wherein the point is made, Ask community members to specify their health-related…...

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Dhillon, J. K., & Thomas, N. (2019). Ethics of engagement and insider-outsider perspectives: issues and dilemmas in cross-cultural interpretation. International Journal of Research & Method in Education, 42(4), 442–453.

Manders, G., & Galvani, S. (2015). Learning from the Research Process: Discussing Sensitive Topics as a Cultural Outsider. Social Work Education, 34(2), 199–212.

Sneed, R. (2019, January 2). Dr. Sneed’s desk interview. Michigan State University. Retrieved from  https://mediaspace.msu.edu/media/Dr.+Sneed%27s+Desk+Interview/1_yewqwcu9 .

Democracy eadings eflectionThe concepts we have explored thus far in class are relevant to the preservation of democracy. For example, we have discussed the importance of civic engagement and the need for citizens to be informed and active participants in the democratic process. As Longo and Shaffer (2016) point out: We all have something to contribute (p. 16). It is also interesting to see the role that education plays in maintaining a democracy: it is really about getting engaged in the process and not taking anything for granted. When citizens are engaged and informed, they are more likely to hold their elected officials accountable and demand that their voices be heard.A free and independent press is essential in ensuring that citizens have access to accurate information about what is happening in their government. And when special interests are allowed to buy influence, it erodes faith in the democratic process and…...

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ReferencesLongo, N. & Shaffer, T. (2016). Creating space for democracy. Stylus.

Community outreach and counterterrorism with efforts towards exploitable weaknesses.
Community Outreach and Terrorism

International and domestic terrorism have reached levels previously believed to be impossible. hether fueled by profits they get from trafficking drugs or whether they are fueled by religious ideologies, a series of communities express particular interest in wanting to get actively involved in performing activities characteristic to terrorist organizations. Many governments have the tendency to focus on fighting them directly and fail to understand the significance of addressing factors that influence these people to take up arms against the system. Focusing on underlying concepts encouraging individuals to become terrorists is likely to destabilize terrorist institutions and to make it increasingly difficult for them to recruit people.

Background

The intelligence community in the contemporary society plays an important role in detecting terrorist threats and in making it less likely for individuals to engage in terrorist acts. Even with this, terrorists themselves are…...

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Works cited:

Coolsaet, R. (2011). "Jihadi Terrorism and the Radicalisation Challenge: European and American Experiences." Ashgate Publishing.

Johnson, J.A. Ledlow, G.R., & Cwiek, M. (2005)."Community Preparedness and Response to Terrorism: Communication and the media." Greenwood Publishing Group.

Nikbay, O. & Hancerli, S. (2007). "Understanding and Responding to the Terrorism Phenomenon: A Multi-Dimensional Perspective." IOS Press.

Spalek, B. (2012). "Counter-Terrorism: Community-Based Approaches to Preventing Terror Crime." Palgrave Macmillan.

Frequent town meetings where residents can air concerns to representatives of the force likewise fosters a sense of community empowerment.
Finally, it goes without saying that officers must, to establish trust, always seem ethical and not act as if they are above the law. Not abusing police privileges, not accepting things 'on the house' such as free food, upholding the law when engaging in searches, stops, and seizures, and including ethics training as a part of the education of new officers are all positive steps in this direction. Having a strong and impartial internal affairs department within the force and minimizing events that can generate bad publicity and erode community trust and damage relations with community leaders is likewise essential.

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School Safety." (2008). COPS: U.S. Department of Justice. Retrieved 22 Jun 2008 at http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/default.asp?Item=106

Newman, Grahame. (2008). "Check and Card Fraud." COPS: U.S. Department of Justice.

Retrieved 22 Jun 2008 at http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/files/RIC/Publications/e07042442.pdf

Police…...

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School Safety." (2008). COPS: U.S. Department of Justice. Retrieved 22 Jun 2008 at  http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/default.asp?Item=106 

Newman, Grahame. (2008). "Check and Card Fraud." COPS: U.S. Department of Justice.

Retrieved 22 Jun 2008 at  http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/files/RIC/Publications/e07042442.pdf 

Police integrity." (2008). COPS: U.S. Department of Justice. Retrieved 22 Jun

community (Times Square NY) and how it was addressed with community policing. How did police respond? Was it successful? Why?
Times Square has notoriety for serious crimes, shady and sleazy business establishments and hookers and many illegal activities, not only at present but from the time the Square came to be. In fact recently the former President Bill Clinton while remarking on the changes to a positive side in the area for the last twenty years did remark that in his teens somewhere in 1964 -- there were violent crimes and the President remarked -- "I saw a hooker approach a man in a gray flannel suit, pretty heavy stuff for a guy from Arkansas." (CNN, 2011)

Times Square was the centre point of crime and nefarious activities until recently. In 1990s the steps taken by the then City Mayor udy Giuliani was instrumental in bringing about the modernity by encouraging…...

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References

CNN. (2011) "Clinton remembers old Times Square: crime, hookers"

CNN Political Unit.

Center For Court Innovation. (2012) "Midtown Community Court Overview" Retrieved 12

August, 2012 from  http://www.courtinnovation.org/project/midtown-community-court

Health Promotion Program Proposal for Decreasing Cardiovascular Incidence in Oklahoma City, OK Among People of ColorTheoretical FrameworkThe development of interventions aimed at reducing the incidence of cardiovascular diseases among people of color in Oklahoma City is guided by the PECEDE-POCEED model. This model is selected for its comprehensive structure that facilitates the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs. It emphasizes active community involvement, which is essential for addressing the unique health disparities faced by the target population (McKenzie et al., 2022).The \\\"PECEDE\\\" part of the model stands for Predisposing, einforcing, and Enabling Constructs in Educational/Ecological Diagnosis and Evaluation (Kim et al., 2022). This phase is diagnostic and participatory, requiring substantial input from the community to identify specific health problems and their determinants. In the context of cardiovascular health, this would involve understanding the predisposing factors (beliefs, attitudes, and knowledge) that influence individuals\\\' behaviors towards their health. It…...

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ReferencesGhaffari, M., Rakhshanderou, S., Asadpour, M., Nasirzadeh, M., & Mazar, L. (2021). Design, implementation, and evaluation of a PRECEDE-PROCEED model-based intervention for oral and dental health among primary school students of Rafsanjan city: a mixed method study. BMC public health, 21, 1-10.Handyside, L., Warren, R., Devine, S., & Drovandi, A. (2021). Utilisation of the PRECEDE-PROCEED model in community pharmacy for health needs assessment: A narrative review. Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy, 17(2), 292-299.Kim, J., Jang, J., Kim, B., & Lee, K. H. (2022). Effect of the PRECEDE-PROCEED model on health programs: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Systematic Reviews, 11(1), 213.McKenzie, J. F., Neiger, B. L., & Thackeray, R. (2022). Planning, Implementing and Evaluating Health Promotion Programs (8th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.   T., Junghans, C., & Varaden, D. (2023). Empowering community health professionals for effective air pollution information communication. BMC Public Health, 23(1), 2547.https://mbsdirect.vitalsource.com/books/9781284262384 Tan,

Program Proposal to Address Cirrhosis due to AlcoholismIntroductionThis proposal focuses on the issue of cirrhosis due to alcoholism, specifically targeting adults with alcohol use disorder (AUD) in the urban community of New Orleans, Louisiana. It describes the geographic region and population, the epidemiologic characteristics, and the health outcome it aims to improve. The program\\\'s design is culturally sensitive and incorporates ethical considerations for all eligible participants. The funding strategy combines various sources, including federal and state grants, private foundations, local businesses, and in-kind support, to secure the necessary resources for the program\\\'s sustainability.Geographic egion and Population CharacteristicsNew Orleans is a major city in the state of Louisiana, with a diverse population consisting of various ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds. According to the United States Census Bureau (2022), the population of New Orleans is approximately 390,000, with 59% of residents identifying as African-American, 30% as White, 5.5% as Hispanic, and 3% as…...

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ReferencesBeck, J. S. (2011). Cognitive behavior therapy: Basics and beyond. Guilford Press.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2016). Alcohol-related disease impact (ARDI). Retrieved from   B. F., Goldstein, R. B., Saha, T. D., Chou, S. P., Jung, J., Zhang, H., ... & Hasin, D. S. (2015). Epidemiology of DSM-5 alcohol use disorder: Results from the National Epidemiologic Survey on Alcohol and Related Conditions III. JAMA Psychiatry, 72(8), 757-766.  https://doi.org/10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2015.0584 Green, L. W., & Kreuter, M. W. (2005). Health program planning: An educational and ecological approach (4th ed.). McGraw-Hill.Kelly, J. F., Humphreys, K., & Ferri, M. (2020). Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12-step programs for alcohol use disorder. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 3(3), CD012880. https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD012880.pub2Magill, M., & Ray, L. A. (2009). Cognitive-behavioral treatment with adult alcohol and illicit drug users: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, 70(4), 516-527. https://doi.org/10.15288/jsad.2009.70.516Miller, W. R., & Rollnick, S. (2013). Motivational interviewing: Helping people change (3rd ed.). Guilford Press.National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics. (2022). Retrieved from  https://drugabusestatistics.org/alcohol-abuse-statistics/ Rehm, J., Samokhvalov, A. V., & Shield, K. D. (2013). Global burden of alcoholic liver diseases. Journal of Hepatology, 59(1), 160-168Semega, J., Kollar, M., Creamer, J., & Mohanty, A. (2021). Income and poverty in the United States: 2020. U.S. Census Bureau.  https://www.census.gov/library/publications/2021/demo/p60-273.html U.S. Census Bureau. (2021). QuickFacts: New Orleans city, Louisiana.  https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/neworleanscitylouisiana/PST045219 Vasilaki, E. I., Hosier, S. G., & Cox, W. M. (2006). The efficacy of motivational interviewing as a brief intervention for excessive drinking: A meta-analytic review. Alcohol and Alcoholism, 41(3), 328-335.  https://doi.org/10.1093/alcalc/agl016https://nccd.cdc.gov/DPH_ARDI/default/default.aspx Grant,

Adrian Duncan, a night manager at the Y, suggests friendly competitions, such as spelling bees or basketball tournaments, pitting school teams against YMCA teams. The YMCA teams would provide an opportunity for students from different schools and different backgrounds to come together as one.
In challenging economic times, organizations that serve youth and work with volunteers can find sustainable funding difficult. LIVA in particular finds it difficult; the YMCA, with greater name recognition and presumably greater economic resources, did not express that finances are a particular concern.

The current economic climate has been challenging not only for Long Island's non-profits, like LIVA and the YMCA, but for its public school system as well. Long Island property taxes are among the highest in the nation, largely because of the costs of funding public education (umsey, 2010). The schools, under the umbrella of the Education Working Group, are collaborating with the Long Island…...

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DiCocco, P. (2011, January). [Interview with Tracy Murtagh, Youth Education Coordinator,

Long Island Volunteer Association].

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YMCA].

Investment Definitions
Three Community Functions of Social Welfare

At the heart of the ideas of community are notions of social justice (p. 9). The authors argue that the objectives of social welfare programs, redistribution of wealth to increase well-being and the creation of communities and sustaining them in healthy ways are vitally interrelated (p. 9-10). At least six community functions of social welfare are discussed. I focus on three including the functions of production, contribution, and consumption; the function of socialization; and, the function of social control in the fostering of social welfare and in the building of communities.

The function of production, contribution, and consumption in social welfare is to link individuals into the larger Canadian economic community in a non-exploitive manner so that individuals have control over their lives (p. 99-100).

The function of socialization in social welfare is to integrate immigrant communities and first nation's peoples fully into Canadian society by…...

Gathering Data and Describing PartnershipNorth Miami Beach Senior High School is a multicultural institution comprising students from different racial backgrounds (Stinson et al., 2011). The school recognizes the importance of community involvement in supporting student learning and achievement. As a result, the school has established two different programs that target the involvement of parents/families and the larger community respectively. As evident in the previous analysis, the parents/families program seems to be more effective than the program targeting the larger community. In this regard, the school needs to redesign the current program to enhance the involvement of the larger community to support student achievement. This paper proposes measures that the school can utilize to strengthen this program to integrate community resources towards better student learning and achievement.Part 1 Assess Your Current ealityPTSA NMB is a community engagement program implemented established at North Miami Beach Senior High School. This program has…...

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ReferencesCollege Board. (2018). North Miami Beach Senior High. U.S. News. Retrieved April 24, 2021, from T.O.D.L. (2014). Building strong community partnerships: Equal voice and mutual benefits. Journal of Latinos and Education, 13(2), 120-133.Great Schools. (2021). North Miami Beach Senior High School. Retrieved April 24, 2021, from  https://www.greatschools.org/florida/miami/808-North-Miami-Beach-Senior-High-School/ International Survey Associates. (2016, May 6). Why community involvement in schools is important. Retrieved April 24, 2021, from  https://www.pridesurveys.com/index.php/blog/community-involvement-in-schools/ Michael, S., Dittus, P.J., & Epstein, J. (2007, November). Family and community involvement in schools: Results from school health policies and programs study 2006. Journal of School Health, 77(8), 567-587.North Miami Beach Senior High School. (2012). Local PTA Brochure Year Round 2011-2012. Retrieved April 16, 2021, from  http://nmb.dadeschools.net/PTSA/Local_PTA_Brochure_Year-Round%202011-2012.pdf Public School Review. (2019). North Miami Beach Senior High School. Retrieved April 24, 2021, from  https://www.publicschoolreview.com/north-miami-beach-senior-high-school-profile Stinson et al. (2011). Curriculum Bulletin 2010-2011. Retrieved April 21, 2021, from  http://nmb.dadeschools.net/North%20Miami%20Beach%20SHS%20Curriculum%20Bulletin%202010.pdf Wang, J., Lai, S. & Wang, C. (2016). Beyond the classroom wall: Community engagement instruction. World Journal of Education, 6(6), 31-41.https://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/florida/districts/miami-dade-county-public-schools/north-miami-beach-senior-high-4851Garza,

Continuum of Community EngagementIn the study \\\"Stigma as a Barrier to Participant ecruitment of Minority Populations in Diabetes esearch: Development of a Community-Centered ecruitment Approach\\\" by Mitchell et al. (2021), the researchers used a community-centered recruitment approach to engage individuals in a diabetes research study. A community-centered approach can help organizations build relationships and establish trust with the community. This can lead to better understanding of the community\\\'s needs and how the organization can best serve them.In their article, Mitchell et al. (2021) discuss the issue of stigma as a barrier to participant recruitment of minority populations in diabetes research and proposes a community-centered recruitment approach as a solution. The community-centered approach is focused on building relationships and trust with minority communities in order to overcome the barriers of stigma and mistrust that can prevent individuals from participating in research studies. The article highlights the importance of involving members of…...

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ReferencesChapter 1. (n.d.). Community Engagement. Digital File.Figure 1.1. (n.d.). Community engagement continuum. Digital File.Mitchell, S., Bragg, A., Moldovan, I., Woods, S., Melo, K., Martin-Howard, J., & Gardiner, P. (2021). Stigma as a Barrier to Participant Recruitment of Minority Populations in Diabetes Research: Development of a Community-Centered Recruitment Approach. JMIR diabetes, 6(2), e26965.

Community EngagementIntroductionChapter 1 states that community engagement is about relationships between and among communities, researchers, and research institutions (p. 18). One of the keys to establishing a successful relationship is for all parties or stakeholders to strive to understand the point of view of insiders, whether they are members of a neighborhood, religious institution, health practice, community organization, or public health agency (Chapter 1, n.d., p. 11). This is an important point to remember, particularly when it comes to nontraditional communities. In nontraditional communities, insiders are going to be the ones who have the best sense of the communitys values and viewpoints. These will need to be understood and appreciated if engagement is going to succeed. This paper examines the problem addressed in Chapter 5 of how to engage nontraditional communities in state-level decision-making processes. The approach suggested is to utilize community-based participatory research (CBPR) approaches to build partnerships between…...

Impact of esource Constraints on Community Policing and Public SafetyExecutive BriefThis research project examined the issue of how resource constraints within law enforcement agencies impact their ability to engage in effective community policing, and the subsequent consequences for public trust and overall community safety. The study examined scholarly articles, government reports, and expert analyses to understand the challenges and issues involved in community policing under varying resource conditions.The research direction involved a review of literature, focusing on the evolution, objectives, and challenges of community policing, with key factors being the nature of resource constraints, the effectiveness of community policing strategies, public trust and perception, and the strategic allocation of resources. The study also considered the impact of external factors such as economic downturns and shifts in national security priorities on community policing.The study found that budget cuts and limited resources directly impede the ability of law enforcement agencies to engage…...

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ReferencesCordner, G. (2014). Community policing. The Oxford handbook of police and policing, 148-171. The Oxford Handbook of Police and Policing (squarespace.com) Dubal, V. (2012). The demise of community policing: The impact of post-9/11 federal surveillance programs on local law enforcement. Asian Am. LJ, 19, 35.Greene, J. R. (2000). Community policing in America: Changing the nature, structure, and function of the police. Criminal justice, 3(3), 299-370.Parlow, M. J. (2011). The great recession and its implications for community policing. Ga. St. UL Rev., 28, 1193.Skogan, W. G., & Hartnett, S. M. (2019). Community policing. Police innovation: Contrasting perspectives, 27-44.Thacher, D. (2001). Conflicting values in community policing. Law and society review, 765-798.

Summary of Community Board 5 MeetingIntroductionCommunity boards are important forms of local governmentbut are they effective? The subject of this paper is Community Board 5. This paper examines three of this Boards community board sessions in Manhattan and then discusses them terms of issues, structure, participation, and effectiveness. Overall, it shows that the Board is involved in the democratic process but there are limitations to what it can achieve.First SessionThe first video I watched was of the PUBLIC HEARING and FULL BOARD Committee Meeting - Thursday Nov 9, 2023 on YouTube. The major topics and discussions of the meeting centered on asylum seekers in NYC and cannabis retailer permits. Camille Joseph, Chief of Staff to the Mayor, provided an update on asylum seekers in NYC, stating that over 13,000 asylum seekers have arrived, with a significant number in shelters. The board discussed various efforts to assist these individuals, including…...

Police equity refers to the concept of fairness and justice within law enforcement. It encompasses ensuring that police departments and officers treat all individuals fairly and without bias or discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic. Police equity aims to promote equal treatment, rights, and opportunities for all members of society, regardless of their personal backgrounds or circumstances.

Achieving police equity requires regular evaluation and improvement of policing practices, policies, and procedures. This includes implementing unbiased policing strategies, focusing on community engagement and cultural competency training for officers, and addressing any systemic issues or biases that....

There are several ways in which governments can help education in schools located in rural areas. Here is a formatted response with proper spacing:

1. Increase funding: Governments can allocate more resources and funding specifically for schools in rural areas. This could be done through the establishment of special funding programs or grants that are solely dedicated to improving education in these regions.

2. Improve infrastructure: Governments can invest in upgrading the infrastructure of rural schools by constructing new buildings, renovating existing facilities, and providing necessary equipment and resources. This includes ensuring access to electricity, clean water, and proper sanitation facilities.

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The government can play a crucial role in supporting schools in rural areas by implementing various measures. Here are some ways in which the government can help:

1. Infrastructure development: The government can provide funds for the construction and renovation of school buildings, classrooms, libraries, laboratories, and other essential facilities. This will ensure that rural schools have adequate physical infrastructure to provide quality education.

2. Technology integration: The government can facilitate the integration of technology in rural schools by providing funds for the purchase of computers, projectors, internet connectivity, and other necessary equipment. This will enhance the teaching and learning experience for....

Certainly! Here's a unique and fresh essay topic that explores the relationship between community relations and public relations:

"Exploring the Shift Towards Community-Centric Public Relations: Empowering Communities as Catalysts for Change"

This topic delves into the evolving dynamics between community relations and public relations, with a focus on the growing importance of community-centric strategies in the field. You can discuss how traditional public relations approaches often focused on maintaining positive corporate images, while community relations primarily dealt with strengthening ties at a local level. However, in recent years, there has been a significant shift towards integrating community empowerment and engagement within broader....