1_4759585_Cultural Diversity in the Workplace在工作场所的文化多样性.ppt

Definition of Culture Culture refers to the cumulative deposit of knowledge, experience, beliefs, values, attitudes and religion by a group of people generally without thinking about them. Philosophy Consider cultural competence a priority. Culture is dynamic, therefore cultural competence must be an on-going process. Cultural competence is the effective use of social and interpersonal knowledge and skills that demonstrates understanding and appreciation of individual and group differences and similarities. Cultural Awareness Know your own cultural background. Recognize your own stereotypes and biases. Gain knowledge of cultural history and heritage. Be aware of other’s perceptions. Recognize effects of -ism on the others. Teaching Tolerance Tolerance is defined as “recognition of and respect for the opinions, practices or behavior of others.” Remember . . . People long to be celebrated, not tolerated! ARE YOU PART OF THE TEAM? ABMHC’s Cultural Diversity Committee Supports SCDMH’s Mission To support the Recovery mission through the continual development of a culturally aware, culturally knowledgeable, and culturally skilled workforce. HAVE A HAND IN DIVERSITY FOUR STEPS TO CULTURAL DIVERSITY SUCCESS I. Leadership Driven Create and maintain culturally and linguistically competent services by supporting: Multiculturalism embedded into all organizational units. Continued efforts to recruit, retain and develop a culturally diverse workforce. II. Staff Oriented Support cultural competency of the staff.? III. Client Oriented To support and promote the involvement of clients, families and advocacy groups in the planning and development of care. IV. Information Driven To support monitoring and dissemination of? the level of cultural awareness, knowledge and skills Life Without Diversity Close your eyes and imagine that everyone in the room is the same. Exactly the same! Same hair, eye color, height, weig