As part of a social issues essay, one can cover any problem faced by society, especially problems related to its economic, cultural, intellectual, spiritual well-being, or problems related to equity, equality, peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, etc. In today’s dynamic world, social issues (sometimes of new nature) can emerge and reach colossal proportions overnight. Hence, constantly being aware of the evolutions in our communities and being ready to address problems as they emerge is vital to our survival and progress both as communities and as a civilization. Social issues are diverse and of varying seriousness, extent, urgency – prioritizing them accordingly is also essential for an efficient response. Explore our essays below for fresh ideas and samples of proper writing.
Since human beings are naturally social and learn through observation besides the instinct mechanism, major aspects of human psychology and behavior are shaped by social influence. For example, language, gender roles, dressing mode, and taboos are formed based on an individual’s cultural exposure. As a…
Introduction “I see the little innocents rudely dragged from bed to be pitched into factories at the early age of 3-4; I see them stunned, sickly, with sad eyes imploring mercy from their parents and masters in vain” a quote from Allan Clarks 1899 book…
Introduction Child labour is a world practice and has many bad outcomes. According to the International Labour Organization, child labour is the vital source of child exploitation and child abuse in the world today. The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan has estimated the range of…
Childhood is said to be the most beautiful of the stages of life. But how could this be when children are working in risky conditions just so they can survive? Adulthood cannot recapture the innocence and beauty of childhood. Child labour is an illegal act…
What do you believe people should do in their childhood? Go to school, play, and have fun. Unfortunately there is a factor stopping innocent children from prospering in school, playing with friends, and having fun. That factor is child labour. Child labour is the employment…
Imagine if you were working barefoot in a glass factory with flaming hot rods and/or objects all around you. This is what some kids in India have to face every day. Although child labour is on the decline, there are still problems to face. Like…
Hour after hour, day after day, year after year, working tirelessly in a job you have been forced into doing with little to no pay. This is the barbaric reality of more than 100 million child labourers, some as young as five. Child labour has…
Women have been considered one of the main minority groups for decades now. Women didn’t have the same rights men had. They lacked basic rights, equal pay, and the right to vote. But when they got tired of the oppression, discrimination, and lack of opportunities,…
On April 23rd 2016 Beyonce released a visual album named Lemonade, which was directed by Beyonce Knowles, Kahlil Joseph, Melina Matsoukas, Dikayl Rimmasch, Mark Romanek, Todd Tourso, and Jonas Akerlund. Through each song presented on this album, Beyonce strived to illustrate black women moving from…
Are fast food companies the only reason for America being the fattest nation in the world? This question is challenged in the documentary ‘Supersize Me’ (2004). Director Morgan Spurlock attempts a social experiment to prove that fast food companies, especially McDonald, has a drastic effect…
Defying the existence of good and evil continues to be widely debated in the field of philosophy of religion, specifically when debating the moral capabilities of God. The existence of evil and suffering in the world poses serious issues for the existence of God. More…
The question regarding whether humans are naturally good or evil becomes a topic of discussion when people see something morally wrong happen in their lives and then start to wonder why some people do bad things. They begin to question: are humans naturally born evil…
Evil and vicious actions have been demonstrated throughout novels, poems, literature, media and real life. Some actions are regarded as too evil, like murdering someone. Some actions are considered ‘less’ evil, like stealing something from someone. In Lord of the Flies by William Golding, Othello…
Since its birth, humanity has seen conflict. Chaos and genocide. Good and evil. Most people wouldn’t hesitate to call Hitler evil or any other perpetrators of the like. But these killers, murderers, rapists, thieves, were human beings. Hitler was a rebellious delinquent who desired to…
The definition of political correctness says, “The term political correctness is used to describe language, policies, or measures that are intended to avoid offense or disadvantage to members of particular groups in society.” Political Correctness is idealistic at best, but the problems with these ideas…
The definition of the second amendment has been an ongoing debate over the past few years. Most people are debating this issue because they want to know whether the states have actual power to interpret the Second Amendment. Many people have interpreted the second amendment…
Although the 2nd Amendment is only 27 words in its entirety, it has been the focus of controversy many times in the last 223 years. In 1791 when the second amendment was added to the bill of rights America did not have a well put…
Few topics provide more polarising opinions and heated debates than the topic of gun control in the USA. Established in December 1791, the second amendment states: ‘A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep…
Should we keep guns? I think we should keep guns for protection. If we didn’t have guns, how would we protect ourselves if someone broke into your house, they would have a weapon and what would you have? Nothing. So the point is yes we…
