Category: Sociology 7256

  • Violence Against Women: History and Causes

    Table of Contents Introduction MVP History MVP Philosophy: Bystander Approach MVP Goals Student Leadership & Engagement in Violence Prevention Conclusion Introduction Cases of violence against women have been so rampant in society. Consequently, there are concerted efforts worldwide aimed at creating awareness among people on the issue. Policy makers have developed programs towards this end.…

  • The Miami Community Needs

    Overview Description of the Community History The city of Miami was founded in 1870; previously, this area was inhabited by the Tequesta Indians who, however, were almost completely exterminated by Spanish and British missions. At the end of the 19th century, Floridas railroad was extended so that it could reach the city; the Miami Harbor…

  • Animal Rights: Humans and Other Living Creatures

    In his article All Animals are Equal, Singer (1989) argues in support of animal rights. He claims that the tendency to view animals as creatures that do not deserve the same rights as humans is just as wrong as denying peoples rights based on their skin color on gender. He calls this notion speciesism, the…

  • Visual Representation of Sexual Orientation in Europe

    Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Research question History of Sexual Identity Underground Movements in London and New York Second and Third Wave Feminism Celebrity Icons Gay Liberation and Civil Rights Conclusion List of References Abstract The fight against discrimination towards homosexuals has taken a long and painful path. The liberators were harassed, tortured, and some…

  • PATH Beyond Shelter Organizations Activities

    Table of Contents History Goals Funding Services Critique References History PATH Beyond Shelter is a community organization that helps homeless families with children to resettle in permanent houses and to access basic needs, including food, Shelter, health care, and education, especially for the children. The idea to develop the organization in Los Angeles was developed…

  • The Caravan Incident: Migrants from Central America

    Table of Contents Introduction Essence of the Caravan Incident Historical Background Reaction in the United States Global Reaction Actions to Remedy the Situation Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Immigration is a frequently discussed issue in the United States. One might say that America is a nation of immigrants that opens its doors to everyone. But many…

  • Child Corporal Punishment Prevalence in the US

    Table of Contents Prewriting Introduction Solutions References Prewriting The narrowed topic of the research is focused on exploring the prevalence of corporal punishment of children and domestic abuse in the United States. The primary audience includes healthcare professionals, social workers, parents, and social or political stakeholders that influence legislative decisions. It is important to inform…

  • Status Structures and Its Hidden Privileges

    The relationships between the members of contemporary society might seem random and convoluted, yet numerous theories claim that there is a reason for them to exist. Conventional values and traditions have been defining the choices made by people for centuries, yet the system may finally change in the wake of the globalization era. Although the…

  • The Africa Biofortified Sorghum Project Consortium

    The problem of hunger and malnutrition in Africa is burning indeed because of extremely hot conditions and the inability to grow and prepare the products that are healthy and full of vitamins (Thurow, 2013). A number of African people use sorghum as the main crop in their lives because it could be grown in hot…

  • Intimate Partner Violence Against Pregnant Victims

    I want to focus on reproductive coercion in IPV. Discussing domestic violence against pregnant women, we should note that the problem significantly increases the risks of obstetric complications in DV victims. These complications may be different, and they are caused both by physical and psychological violence since pregnant women are more susceptible to stress. Importantly,…