Reality Based Education (and Writing Practice) Assignment

Overview

In order to create inclusive organizations and communities we must ensure that every individual is valued and viewed as critical to its success and competitive advantage. Therefore, you will envision a real-life opportunity for changing inequities in the city of Houston,Texas community. I want you to reflect upon what you see as pressing needs of the Houston community (business or otherwise). The result of your efforts will be deliverables that should be worthy of being shared with the CEO of a company, or the Mayor of the city of Houston.

Summary of Core Issues

Your memo should be a professional (i.e., organized and attractive) 1-page document. This means you should use 11 or 12 point font, 1 inch margins, and single-spacing as well as follow the below structure.

Opening Statement
Background of Situation (1 paragraph)
Discuss the relevant history, statistics/facts, mission, and related to diversity.

Perception and Reputation (1 paragraph)

Examine your selected organization’s website or other resources to learn how potential employees, customers, etc. may view the organization. What perceptions might you have about the organization’s commitment to diversity based solely upon their website? Be specific and provide concrete examples.

Strengths and Weaknesses (1 paragraph)
Conduct research to evaluate what the organization is doing particularly well to build inclusion. Conversely, you should identify challenges, inequities, and areas of improvement.

Closing Statement
References
Cite your sources using APA or MLA formatting.

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Proposed Course of Action

Your memo should be a professional (i.e., organized and attractive) 2-page document. This means you should use 11 or 12 point font, 1 inch margins, and single-spacing as well as follow the below structure.

Opening Statement
Provide statement of problem/challenge. What will be the end result and benefits of your proposal?

Course of Action (i.e., Design & Delivery; 2 paragraphs)
Detailed description of what (i.e., content) you propose and how (i.e., process) you will execute your proposed change.

Opportunities and Threats (1 paragraph)
What are potential opportunities (e.g., partnerships with existing businesses or community services) or threats (e.g., naysayers) to your proposal?

Evaluation / Evidence of Success (1 paragraph)
Discuss how you will know whether your program is effective and successful? What markers will you use? How will you assess it?

Closing Statement
References
Cite your sources using APA formatting.

Reality Based Education (and Writing Practice) Assignment

Overview

In order to create inclusive organizations and communities we must ensure that every individual is valued and viewed as critical to its success and competitive advantage. Therefore, you will envision a real-life opportunity for changing inequities in the city of Houston,Texas community. I want you to reflect upon what you see as pressing needs of the Houston community (business or otherwise). The result of your efforts will be deliverables that should be worthy of being shared with the CEO of a company, or the Mayor of the city of Houston.

Summary of Core Issues

Your memo should be a professional (i.e., organized and attractive) 1-page document. This means you should use 11 or 12 point font, 1 inch margins, and single-spacing as well as follow the below structure.

Opening Statement
Background of Situation (1 paragraph)
Discuss the relevant history, statistics/facts, mission, and related to diversity.

Perception and Reputation (1 paragraph)

Examine your selected organization’s website or other resources to learn how potential employees, customers, etc. may view the organization. What perceptions might you have about the organization’s commitment to diversity based solely upon their website? Be specific and provide concrete examples.

Strengths and Weaknesses (1 paragraph)
Conduct research to evaluate what the organization is doing particularly well to build inclusion. Conversely, you should identify challenges, inequities, and areas of improvement.

Closing Statement
References
Cite your sources using APA or MLA formatting.

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Proposed Course of Action

Your memo should be a professional (i.e., organized and attractive) 2-page document. This means you should use 11 or 12 point font, 1 inch margins, and single-spacing as well as follow the below structure.

Opening Statement
Provide statement of problem/challenge. What will be the end result and benefits of your proposal?

Course of Action (i.e., Design & Delivery; 2 paragraphs)
Detailed description of what (i.e., content) you propose and how (i.e., process) you will execute your proposed change.

Opportunities and Threats (1 paragraph)
What are potential opportunities (e.g., partnerships with existing businesses or community services) or threats (e.g., naysayers) to your proposal?

Evaluation / Evidence of Success (1 paragraph)
Discuss how you will know whether your program is effective and successful? What markers will you use? How will you assess it?

Closing Statement
References
Cite your sources using APA formatting.

Reality Based Education (and Writing Practice) Assignment

Overview

In order to create inclusive organizations and communities we must ensure that every individual is valued and viewed as critical to its success and competitive advantage. Therefore, you will envision a real-life opportunity for changing inequities in the city of Houston,Texas community. I want you to reflect upon what you see as pressing needs of the Houston community (business or otherwise). The result of your efforts will be deliverables that should be worthy of being shared with the CEO of a company, or the Mayor of the city of Houston.

Summary of Core Issues

Your memo should be a professional (i.e., organized and attractive) 1-page document. This means you should use 11 or 12 point font, 1 inch margins, and single-spacing as well as follow the below structure.

Opening Statement
Background of Situation (1 paragraph)
Discuss the relevant history, statistics/facts, mission, and related to diversity.

Perception and Reputation (1 paragraph)

Examine your selected organization’s website or other resources to learn how potential employees, customers, etc. may view the organization. What perceptions might you have about the organization’s commitment to diversity based solely upon their website? Be specific and provide concrete examples.

Strengths and Weaknesses (1 paragraph)
Conduct research to evaluate what the organization is doing particularly well to build inclusion. Conversely, you should identify challenges, inequities, and areas of improvement.

Closing Statement
References
Cite your sources using APA or MLA formatting.

——————————————-

Proposed Course of Action

Your memo should be a professional (i.e., organized and attractive) 2-page document. This means you should use 11 or 12 point font, 1 inch margins, and single-spacing as well as follow the below structure.

Opening Statement
Provide statement of problem/challenge. What will be the end result and benefits of your proposal?

Course of Action (i.e., Design & Delivery; 2 paragraphs)
Detailed description of what (i.e., content) you propose and how (i.e., process) you will execute your proposed change.

Opportunities and Threats (1 paragraph)
What are potential opportunities (e.g., partnerships with existing businesses or community services) or threats (e.g., naysayers) to your proposal?

Evaluation / Evidence of Success (1 paragraph)
Discuss how you will know whether your program is effective and successful? What markers will you use? How will you assess it?

Closing Statement
References
Cite your sources using APA formatting.