Project Summary: Social Policies Discussion Post As you prepare for this Discussion, think about a social policy related to child welfare. Consider the impact of this social policy on individuals and communities. Think about if the social policy is for the betterment of individuals and communities, and consider why or why not. With these thoughts in mind: Provide a description of a social policy, and explain how this policy impacts individuals and communities. Then explain whether you believe this social policy is for the betterment of individuals and communities. Be specific, and support your answer. Please use sources dated within 10 years and the required sources below Required Resources Media Course Media: Human Services Theory, Research, and Practice Practical Application and Social Policy Readings Article: Dovidio, J. F., Gaertner, S. L., & Saguy, T. (2009). Commonality and the complexity of `we`: Social attitudes and social change. Personality and Social Psychology Review, 13(1), 320. Article: Park, G.-S., Yong, S. J., & Lee, H. Y. (2007). The interplay between globalness and localness: Korea's globalization revisited. International Journal of Comparative Sociology, 48(4), 337353. Article: Snyder, M. (2009). In the footsteps of Kurt Lewin: Practical theorizing, action research, and the psychology of social action. Journal of Social Issues, 65(1), 225245. Article: Thomas, E. F., McGarty, C., & Mavor, K. I. (2009). Transforming `apathy into movement`: The role of prosocial emotions in motivating action for social change. Personality and Social Psychology Review, 13(4), 310333. Optional Resources Webinars: Walden University Library http://library.waldenu.edu/862.htm This website provides various archived webinars to aid in scholarly research. Some topics include searching strategies, tips for evaluating resources, and literature reviews. Webinars: Walden University Online Writing Center http://writingcenter.waldenu.edu/26.htm This website provides various archived webinars to aide in scholarly writing. Some topics include APA style, grammar, scholarly voice, and tips for avoiding bias. Article: Stateline. (2010). Social policy news. Retrieved from http://www.stateline.org/live/issues/Social+Policy This website provides information on current social policies.