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Faleafaga 1 Vahtiara Faleafaga Professor Qurrat ul ain Akram Zahid ENGL – 1110 27 October 2023 Part 2: Feed It! 1. Establish the context by tracing the history behind the problem or issue, explaining why the problem or issue deserves attention now. Why is this issue urgent or in demand (exigency), and why is this the opportune time to solve it (Kairos)? In this section, also address who is served or benefited by the status quo and who is harmed by it, as well as how changing the status quo will impact each group. And think on how your topic represents on a smaller, more local scale rather than on more global or philosophical scales. Sexual assault awareness advocacy has a long history in the need to address a deeply pervasive issue that demands urgent attention and action. The problem of sexual assault is that it dates back centuries, often hidden by social and power structures. However, the #MeToo movement in the recent years has advanced this issue into the spotlight, which makes it a pressing exigency. So, now it is the opportune time to put down this problem because of the increased public awareness and growing momentum for change. A new change will benefit survivors by providing support, justice, and prevention, while challenging the abusers and institutions to be held accountable. Raising awareness and advocating for a change could empower communities to address sexual assault effectively

Faleafaga 2 and create safer environments for all individuals, supporting a culture of respect, consent, and empathy. 2. Establish the major arguments in favor of the issue, i.e., the main reasons for maintaining the status quo. Rather than paragraphs, I recommend this section be organized using strong yet simple statements regarding each argument. Under each statement, use a bulleted list to organize the evidence that supports it. The bulleted lists should demonstrate a hierarchy discriminating significant points from trivial or inconsequential ones. The hierarchy of evidence will help you determine which points are strongest and most helpful.  Lack of Evidence: Critics argue that some allegations lack evidence and are based on the accuser's word, which makes it difficult to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. (Absence of witnesses or physical evidence)  False Accusations: Concerns are escalated about false accusations, which can have severe and risk consequences for the accused, such as reputational damage. (High- profile cases of false accusations & Fear of being wrongly accused)  Privacy: Critics argue that advocating for sexual assault awareness can intrude on individuals' privacy, particularly in cases where the accusations are made public. (Potential for public shaming) 3. Again, using sentence-long statements and a bulleted list of evidence, and using research to consider how those opposed to the issue might believe, think, or argue, consider how the opposing sides would counter the claims made in support of the issue. If you can rebut the claim, do so. If you cannot, anticipate how someone would deal with the claim. Is a concession required? How can the point be conceded in a way that does not

Faleafaga 3 seriously damage the other position? Should the alternative point simply be ignored or dismissed? Again, what impact would this have on the overall argument? Some people argue that maintaining the status quo on sexual assault awareness is essential due to concerns about false accusations and due process. False accusations are mainly rare, to which the legal system already provides safeguards to protect the accused. Then, allowing that due process is vital, meaning the emphasis should be on improving support systems for both survivors and the accused. So, ignoring these concerns could risk the overall argument for sexual assault awareness, but proposing balanced solutions could strengthen the advocacy by addressing the right and appropriate worries. 4. In a few succinct paragraphs articulate your position on the issue and outline what you want done in response to it. Use the evidence uncovered in your research to explain why you are taking the position. Include as much evidence, both positive claims and rebuttals, as you can, even though these might not appear in your final product. Identify your “winningest” arguments and the evidence backing them. Why is your argument persuasive? Make sure you are providing your audience a clear plan of action. I take the position for sexual assault awareness because the evidence strongly supports the urgency of this issue. The #MeToo movement reveals that sexual assault is pervasive, that which causes physical and emotional trauma to countless individuals or survivors. The most persuasive arguments are grounded in factual evidence, and the potential for positive change through awareness campaigns and support for survivors. And it is crucial that we need to address this issue by promoting consent education and survivor support systems. 5. Now that you have completed research and preliminary thinking about the problem or issue, determine the audience you want to address. Three considerations are important

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