CULTURAL DIVERSITY

by:Rizwan Qamar

CULTUREWhat Is Cultureculture can be understood as “a particular way of life, which expresses certain meanings and values not only in art and learning, but also in institutions and ordinary behavior”. or“is a set of assumptions people simply accept without questions as they interact with each other”

DIVERSITYConceptually, diversity may either be

understood as variety, in which all people are regarded as unique individuals, or as

difference, in which specific groups of people (e.g., non-whites and women), are regarded as being different with respect to

a dominant group (e.g., white men).

CULTURAL DIVERSITY

CULTURAL DIVERSITY“Is the variety of human societies or

culture in a specific region,or in the world as a whole.

As well as more obvious cultural differences that exist between people, there are significant variations in the societies organise themselves.

Importance of cultural diversity

Societies are increasingly diverse or are increasingly capable of admitting the

diversity which has always existed within their national boarders

Persons and groups have

varied, plural and dynamic identities

Cont……Culture takes diverse forms across time and space. This diversity is embodied in the uniqueness and

plurality of the identities of the groups and societies making up humankind.

As a source of exchange, innovation and creativity, cultural diversity is as necessary for humankind as

biodiversity is for nature.In this sense, it is the common heritage of

humanity and should be recognized and affirmed for the benefit of present and future generations.

Cont…. It provide the opportunity to people to

share their ideas To transfer knowledge & experience Provide advantage to minority groups.

Issues related cultural diversity Stereotyped views about workforce Lack of familiarity Nation-specific workplace environment Tensions between valuing diversity and

maintaining the cohesion of a heterogeneous group

Unequal dialogue Cultural silencing

Suggestions for addressing diversity Plan for diversity from the outset of a project Reassess and adapt to each new team and

to each new environment Bring to a team with respect to the diversity

of a group. Improve communications techniques Bring in outside help when needed Adjust management techniques to suit the

situation

Steps to strengthen diversity• Develop a Network• Establish a Forum• Create a Centre• Conduct a Conversation• Conduct a Conversation• Foster diversity in the media• Celebrate diversity• Promote dialogue• Introduce training

Celebrate diversity

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