Program Objectives
The Advocacy and Social Justice major will prepare students:
- With the skills and knowledge necessary to become global and community agents of social change who are committed to political, economic, environmental, and social justice.
- To actively engage in the creation of just, equitable, and peaceful conditions in the world through demonstration of an understanding of the dynamics of conflict and its importance in effecting positive social change.
- With the competencies necessary to enter careers in human rights, advocacy, conflict resolution, justice-centered professions, and work with marginalized populations.
Career Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Social Advocacy sector encompasses a broad spectrum of occupations: civic leadership and community organizing, health care, education, law, human rights, social services, religious education, and similar professions.
Most occupations within Social Advocacy are projecting higher than average job growth.
Advocacy and Social Justice Outcomes/Careers:
- National and international relief and human rights organizations
- Grass-roots community organizations
- Government or non-governmental (NGO) positions
- Domestic and international organizations
- Immigration programs
- Services to at-risk youth
- Restorative justice and conflict resolution programs
- Juvenile justice
- Veterans services
- Homeless services
- Food insecurity programs
- Disability and mental health advocacy programs
- Graduate studies in law, healthcare, human rights, and social services