urposeThis is a proposal compiled to assess the impact of the seminar held to discuss socialproblems. The opinions below reflect the ways in which some of these problems could beaddressed.CrimeBy far the most controversial issue is the crime rate in modern times. Crimes such asvehicle theft, driving offences or social disturbance are the most frequent nowadays.Also, it was added that in most of these cases, the offenders are teenagers, so weconcluded that one way to prevent such crimes is by severe punishments, combined withstricter policing. The subject can be slowly introduced into schools environment withhelp from the principals. We already started to put suggestive banners throughout the cityand I realize only now it has a great impact on our youth.HomelessnessIn the debate it was put forward the suggestion that homelessness was a matter of choice.Even though it led to a lively exchange with several participants voicing their strongdisagreement, we reached a sad conclusion: one becomes pityingly only if ha has lowself-esteem. People do not follow retraining schemes and, as a consequence, it becomesvery difficult for them to find a job. They soon realize they are broke and the loss of their property is the following step. The poor quality of life makes one disappointed andanything but self-confident. Losing your way depends on your will. For this matter wesuggested counseling, and more focus on the individual on a local level.ConclusionThe overall response to the event was encouraging. According with the majority of people I spoke to, the seminar can be considered a great success. I have no doubt,therefore, that plans should go ahead to organize meetings with the public