******PART 1***** – Describe the United States and foreign compensation programs
******PART 1***** – Describe the United States and foreign compensation programs you selected. – Explain the differences between the two programs. – Explain how at least one component of the foreign country’s program might be applied to programs in the United States and/or in your home state. Be specific. *****PART 2****Write a proposal for one of the following to be implemented in your community or in your current criminal justice practice: A new victim-focused program The implementation of an existing victim-focused program Your proposal should include the following: A rationale for why the program will be effective in your community A rationale for how the program will help victims A rationale for how the program may also help offenders (if applicable) Your positions should be supported by examples and evidence from the Learning Resources in the course as well as independent research in the amount of 3 to 5 outside sources, with at least one source coming from the Walden LibraryLinks to an external site.. Examples of evidence include cases, theories, or research about existing programs. Helpful keywords may include: “law enforcement”, policy, program, victims, “crime victims”, “victim assistance”, “victim compensation”, reparation, “victim needs”, or victimization. (Using quotation marks will keep words joined as a phrase.) Be sure to draw upon examples from your independent research and the Learning Resources to support your response. You are encouraged to use databases related to law, criminology, or social work. Refer to How do I find articles on my topic?Links to an external site. for tips on using the Walden Library.