When we had to think of a topic/issue that our group wanted to take on, we sat for a moment. I threw out some ideas, and we searched online. I wanted to address a social stigma, something that is outcast in society, and help fix that. Then I thought of homelessness. The homeless are deemed inferior, viewed as struggling, strange people who do not work hard enough to have a home or job. This view is rediculous. Oftentimes the homeless do not have easy access to shelter or hygiene, making getting a job seem out of reach. Health care is another worry, as is safety and getting enough food and water. Depression can easily take hold, making options like alcohol and drugs seem like the best way out.
Most of us become uncomfortable just thinking about the homeless, let alone imagining what would happen if somehow we were put in that position.
by Banksy
My group wants to lobby for services for the homeless, and put out an ad campaign that shows that the homeless are equal peoples who deserve access to basic services and opportunities. In doing this, we hope to make life a little bit easier for those who have it so difficult, and decrease the social stigma against the homeless.
We are all excited to work on this project, and come up with some sketch and slogan ideas! I hope that we can make something great to help combat this societal issue, because the homeless affects us all.
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