B12 – Sensitivity and Diversity B12 - Sensitivity and Diversity - Revised June 2013.

B12 – Sensitivity and Diversity

B12 - Sensitivity and Diversity - Revised June 2013

• An understanding of sensitivity and diversity• An understanding of who we are in relation to

other peoples or communities• A history of police chaplaincy• An understanding of the police chaplain’s role

relative to diversity


• Recommendations of how to overcome prejudice

• Examples of universal human needs• Levels of cross-cultural sensitivity• Ways to bridge the gap of diversity


Differing from one another Composed of distinct or unlike elements or

qualities


An adverse opinion or learning formed without just grounds or before sufficient knowledge; an irrational attitude of hostility directed against an

individual, a group, race, or their supposed characteristics


Obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices; especially one who regards or treats the members of a group (as a racial or ethnic group) with hatred and

intolerance


Racism is a belief that race is the primary determinant of human traits and capacities and

that racial differences produce an inherent superiority of a particular race. Racism goes

beyond prejudice. Racism is the power to enforce one’s prejudices. It can be practiced by

individuals, groups, or institutions. Institutions that possess power can perpetuate racism through their personnel, policies, practices,

structures, and foundations to subordinate or exploit people.


A commitment to racial justice and reconciliation cannot be pursued in isolation from other justice issues

Affirm the worth of all human beings Affirm the significance and differences of

cultures Work toward a community that celebrates

cultural diversity shaped by the knowledge/truth that every person is made in the image of God


Participate in your local ministerial alliance Be part of an ecumenical Bible study with

clergy of other denominations Utilize the resources of your local library,

school system, college, etc. Eat at your local ethnic restaurants and

participate in ethnic/cultural festivals Ask questions/interview people; hear their

stories


B12 – Sensitivity and Diversity B12 - Sensitivity and Diversity - Revised June 2013.

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