Problem
PROJECT - For this task, you are required to carry out independent online research into a key issue related to the impact of COVID-19 in the community services industry and to write a short report.
Your topic should be one that you have a particular interest in. Some example topics you might like to investigate include:
1) the increased demand for community services in the context of COVID-19
2) the need to rapidly adjust service delivery models and work practices
3) changes to funding sources and financial pressures organisations have to face
4) the negative psychological consequences of COVID-19
5) youth unemployment
6) social isolation and the impact on older people's wellbeing
7) social impacts on people with disability
8) home learning and vulnerable young people
9) loneliness and social connection
10) homelessness.
I. What are the main points of the emerging issue?
II. What political action is being taken?
III. What are the social issues relating to this topic?
IV. How do you think the issues will affect your experience within the community services industry?