Community Health Intervention Proposal

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to develop students’ ability to create innovative community health interventions. Students will use higher-order critical thinking skills to design a proposal that addresses a specific public health issue within a community.

Instructions

1. Identify a Public Health Issue
   • Choose a public health issue affecting a specific community. Possible issues include obesity, diabetes, substance abuse, mental health, or infectious diseases.
2. Research and Community Assessment
   • Conduct thorough research on the chosen public health issue. Use at least five credible sources, including academic journals, government reports, and community health surveys.
   • Perform a community assessment to understand the demographics, cultural factors, and existing resources related to the issue.
3. Design the Intervention
   • Create a detailed proposal for a community health intervention that addresses the identified issue. The proposal should include:
     • A description of the intervention, including objectives, target population, and activities.
     • A rationale for the intervention, supported by research and community assessment findings.
     • A plan for implementation, including timeline, resources needed, and key stakeholders.
     • Methods for evaluating the effectiveness of the intervention.
4. Group Presentation
   • Work in groups to present your intervention proposal. Each group will prepare a 10-minute presentation summarizing the key points of their proposal.
   • Engage in a question-and-answer session with the class to receive feedback and discuss potential improvements.
5. Submission
   • Submit your written proposal as a Word or PDF file through the Canvas assignment submission portal.
   • Ensure your proposal follows the proper formatting guidelines: double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, and APA citation style.

Grading Criteria

• Research and Community Assessment (25%)
  • Depth and relevance of research.
  • Comprehensive community assessment.
• Intervention Design (40%)
  • Clarity and feasibility of the intervention plan.
  • Strength of the rationale and supporting evidence.
  • Detailed implementation and evaluation plan.
• Presentation (20%)
  • Quality of the group presentation.
  • Engagement in the question-and-answer session.
• Writing Quality (15%)
  • Organization and structure of t