Create an 8-10 slide presentation ( including the title and reference slides) that informs an audience how you would go about resolving a community problem which you have identified within the case study below. Includethe followingin the presentation with an introduction and conclusion. Include scholarly references (last 5 years) with DOI or links. Citing the references in the answered slides:

• Describe how a social worker can assist the stakeholders in the "Key Stakeholders Video Case Study."
• Discuss the type of category within which the conflict lies (e.g., is it interest/commitment, induced, misattributed, structural).
• Explain the strategy (negotiation, mediation, advocacy, or arbitration) you would use to handle the conflict.
• Discuss the steps/procedures you would take in resolving the problem (e.g., confront, establish common ground, emphasize the importance of communication).
• Explain how you would collaborate with organizations and communities to advocate and empower the community.
• Explain how you could ensure balance between the advocate role and empowerment role.
• Explain the rationale for your choices.

Private Sector Employee (Francesca): Hello and Welcome. The purpose of this assignment is to develop your understanding of the role of a social worker

when addressing macro-level community conflicts, specifically focusing on the housing crisis.

Scene: A community meeting room. Present are representatives from the Department of

Housing and Urban Development (HUD), a community member, a private sector employee,

and a local government official.

HUD Representative (Alex): Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for coming together to

discuss our community's housing crisis. As a representative of HUD, I'm here to explore how we

can collaborate on solutions that will benefit everyone. Let's start by identifying the most

pressing issues.

Community Member (Ronja): Hi, I'm Ronja, a long-time resident of this community. Our

biggest issue is the lack of affordable housing. Many of my neighbors are being priced out and

forced to move. It's tearing our community apart.

Private Sector Employee (Francesca): I'm Francesca, and I work for a real estate development

company. I understand the concerns about affordability. Our company is interested in developing

more housing, but we need incentives and support to make affordable projects viable.

Local Government Official (Jaz): I'm Jaz, and I represent the city council. We recognize the

urgency of the housing crisis and are willing to collaborate. However, we face budget constraints

and need to find a balanced approach that works for our constituents and aligns with our

regulations.

Alex (HUD): Thank you for sharing your perspectives. To move forward, we need to identify

actionable steps. Ronja, from your standpoint as a community member, what would you like to

see in terms of immediate and long-term solutions?

Ronja (Community Member): Immediate relief would be rent controls or subsidies to help

those at risk of eviction. Long-term, we need more affordable housing units and protections

against gentrification.

Francesca (Private Sector): For the private sector to build affordable housing, we need zoning

changes, tax incentives, and grants. Public-private partnerships can be very effective if we have

the right support from the local government.

Jaz (Local Government): We can look into adjusting zoning laws to allow for higher-density

housing and mixed-use developments. We also need to explore how we can allocate funds more

efficiently and apply for federal grants to support these initiatives.

Alex (HUD): HUD can assist with grants and funding, but we need a solid plan and cooperation

at all levels. I suggest we form a task force that includes representatives from HUD, local

government, community members, and the private sector. This task force can develop a

comprehensive plan that addresses immediate needs and long-term strategies. Now, how can our

social worker help us in this endeavor?

Ronja (Community Member): The social worker can help by ensuring the community's voice

is heard and that our needs are prioritized. They can facilitate communication between residents

and the task force and provide insights into the specific challenges our community members are

facing.

Francesca (Private Sector): The social worker can also help by coordinating support services

for residents affected by the housing crisis, such as counseling and assistance with navigating

housing resources. Their involvement will be crucial in maintaining trust and transparency

throughout the process.

Jaz (Local Government): From the local government perspective, the social worker can assist

in gathering data and feedback from the community, which will be invaluable for making

informed decisions. They can also advocate for policies that protect vulnerable populations and

ensure equitable distribution of resources.

Alex (HUD): Excellent points. The social worker's role will be pivotal in bridging the gap

between the community and the task force. Let's ensure they are involved in all stages of

planning and implementation.

Ronja (Community Member): Agreed. Having a social worker involved will make a

significant difference in how effectively we can address the housing crisis.

Francesca (Private Sector): I support this. Their expertise in understanding community needs

and providing support will help us create more sustainable solutions.

Jaz (Local Government): Let's set a date for our first meeting and outline our goals. We'll

ensure the social worker is included in these discussions from the outset.

Alex (HUD): Excellent. I will coordinate from the HUD side and ensure we have the resources

needed. Let's exchange contact information and set up our first meeting for next week.

Ronja (Community Member): Thank you all. I'm hopeful that together we can make a real

difference in our community.

Francesca (Private Sector): Looking forward to working with all of you.

Jaz (Local Government): Same here. Let's get to work.