Op-Ed (opinion-editorial)

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Write an Op-Ed (opinion-editorial) that allows you to demonstrate an understanding of how issues relating to the dignity of the human person and the realization of the common good may be addressed by you in your professional practice now and in the future. (You need to select one issue from the list below that relates to the degree program you are studying and write a concise but persuasive opinion piece on this issue relating to the dignity of the human person and the realization of the common good that relates to your professional practice now and in the future.) – the stigma attached to mental health (or other related health issues) – violence directed towards, or threats “on the job” to, paramedics, teachers, nurses, social workers etc. – failure to provide a “living wage” for low income Australian families – lack of equal and equitable educational opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people – social media and “social discord” (the role of the arts, humanities, sciences, education etc) – “doping” in sports – unethical behaviour by the banks/ financial institutions – treating refugees or asylum seekers like “common criminals” – challenges faced by rural and remote communities (the role of the arts, humanities, sciences, education etc) – “Gaslighting” – Unfair or unethical pricing (margins) 10 General Instructions: • Create an evocative and engaging Op-Ed that applies insights to an issue or problem relating to the dignity of the human person and the realization of the common good that relates to your professional practice now and in the future (i.e., the degree program you are studying). Commerce • The Op-Ed should clearly explain to readers what the issue or problem is (inorder to achieve a pass grade or better, you must choose an issue from the list above) and how your understanding of the knowledge you have acquired in the unit addresses the issue or problem and relates to the discipline area you are studying in. • Please note that you do not have to come up with the ‘definitive solution’ but provide a wellargued view in order to move forward on the issue. • The Op-Ed is 700 words long. • The idea is to express your thoughts clearly and concisely and make your argument as directly as you can – just like a journalist or writer. Do not assume that this assignment is easy given the word length