POL101
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
DUE 22 APRIL 2025
SEMESTER 1 2025
, POL1501
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
Question 1
Answer to Question 1
1.1 Purpose of Policies in
Unit 4: Crime prevention
Policies in crime prevention serve to provide a structured, evidence-based framework
for addressing the root causes and manifestations of crime. They guide coordinated
efforts across sectors to reduce social, economic, and environmental factors that
contribute to crime (e.g., unemployment, lack of education). Policies also ensure
sustainable strategies like patrols, environmental design, and public education, while
promoting accountability and evaluation to avoid unintended consequences like crime
displacement.
1.2 Five Role Players in Policy Formulation
BACKGROUND TO POLICY FORMULATION
Government Departments (e.g., Justice, Education, Health).
South African Police Service (SAPS) and municipal police services.
Local Municipalities (e.g., city planners, traffic police).
Community Organizations (e.g., NGOs, neighborhood watch groups).
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
DUE 22 APRIL 2025
SEMESTER 1 2025
, POL1501
ASSIGNMENT 2 2025
Question 1
Answer to Question 1
1.1 Purpose of Policies in
Unit 4: Crime prevention
Policies in crime prevention serve to provide a structured, evidence-based framework
for addressing the root causes and manifestations of crime. They guide coordinated
efforts across sectors to reduce social, economic, and environmental factors that
contribute to crime (e.g., unemployment, lack of education). Policies also ensure
sustainable strategies like patrols, environmental design, and public education, while
promoting accountability and evaluation to avoid unintended consequences like crime
displacement.
1.2 Five Role Players in Policy Formulation
BACKGROUND TO POLICY FORMULATION
Government Departments (e.g., Justice, Education, Health).
South African Police Service (SAPS) and municipal police services.
Local Municipalities (e.g., city planners, traffic police).
Community Organizations (e.g., NGOs, neighborhood watch groups).
