Overview
Discussion #1
Describe the American with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and explain the impact of this piece of legislation in providing civil rights protections for people with disabilities. What are some of the key issues and challenges the ADA legislation tackles? Provide examples of causal influences.
This discussion question is aligned to the following Social Work Competencies:
2: Advance Human Rights and Social, Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice 3: Engage Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI) in Practice 5: Engage in Policy Practice
Discussion #2
Identify and discuss the pros and cons (key issues and challenges) of one federal health or mental health policy. What political, cultural, or economic factors have influenced the development and implementation of the policy?
This discussion question is aligned to the following Social Work Competencies: 2: Advance Human Rights and Social, Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice 3: Engage Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI) in Practice 5: Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice