Miami Dade College Sustainable Development Goals Journal

JOURNAL #1

Write an op-ed or letter to the editor on a topic of local or societal importance. (MIAMI, FL/ Miami Dade County). Copy of letter (~300-500 words) and a screenshot of submission page (if submitted on a website) or screenshot of sent email message (if emailed to an editor). Then, write your reflection: Reflect on the process of getting in touch with a media organization. What is the public’s responsibility to engage with the media?

JOURNAL #2

Read two news articles from a reputable local or state news source on the same subject. (MIAMI, FL / Miami-Dade County) Summary (~200-400 words total) of both articles, and name and citation of each article read and your reflection: Reflect on your personal connection to the issue and how the issue relates to your role as a resident in a democracy.

JOURNAL #3

1. Review the 17 United NationsSustainable Development Goals and watch ‘We the People’ For the Global Goals”. Summary (~200-400 words) of the UN SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) and name and citation of UN SDG website used and REFLECTION: Reflect on which two UN SDGs interest you most. Which two goals most interest you? Why do you feel those two goals are most relevant to you and your community? RESOURCES: United Nations Sustainable Development Goals ‘We the People’ for Global Goals video. https://sdgs.un.org/goals and video