Briefly describe what was happening historically during the period in which this person was alive Comment on how that historical context might have impacted this persons perspective and values.

A short essay about reformers and the movement / historical events with which they are associated. The purpose of this assignment is to help students develop the ability to research, to write concisely, to situate the people and social movements in a historical context, and to connect these to current policy/practice. Assignment: Pick one of the following individuals: John Howard Elizabeth Fry Mary Richmond Joseph J Kelso J. S. Woodsworth Emily Murphy Charlotte Whitton Gabriel Dumont William Commanda (Ojigkwanong) Eva Cardinal In a 4-5 page essay, using APA style formatting and citations/referencing: Identify and describe the social movement with which the person you chose was/is associated Discuss how this individual contributed to changes in our thinking about the provision of social welfare. Briefly describe what was happening historically during the period in which this person was alive Comment on how that historical context might have impacted this persons perspective and values.
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