Cultural Competence

Jamaican culture is the result of the interaction between Europe and Africa. Sayings such as “Afro-centred” and “Euro-centred”, are often show the perceived in Jamaican cultural values and traditions. It's the third largest island in the Caribbean. Cultural competence is one of the top things you should understand and have an a workplace.

Cultural competence is very important in the workplace. It involves understanding and appropriately responding to the unique of cultural variables. First you have to have an understanding of your own culture. When it says “...is the ability to interact effectively with people of different cultures.” By interactions with individuals from various cultures and that will improve better understanding of other persons cultural. In a dental office it's important to understand other
cultures because you don't want to come off rude or disrespectful to the patient.

The orientation of jamaica is in 1494, Columbus named the islands Santiago. Then the spanish wrote the name which was used by the natives “ yamaye”, as “Xaymaca”. In August 6, 1962, Jamaica gained independence from the united kingdom. Ackee is the national fruit. Personal I think it's the most nastiest thing i ever tasted. The doctor bird is the national bird. It's a type of hummingbird. Jamaica is located south of cuba and it also divided into fourteen parishes. The quarter of the population is located in kingston. Which became the capital in 1872. 53% of the population lives in urban areas. Urban centres are located on the coastal plains. The commercial crops are grown also on the coastal plains. The language is official english. When the author says “..language is a reflection of the diversity of the people of Jamaica.” Also speak with their own linguistic style and creole dialects but it varies from village to village. Also when the author says “Jamaican Creole having elements of English is however not easy to understand for outsiders because of the way it is spoken by the Jamaicans.” Coming from a family that speaks creole it is very hard for me to understand sometimes. Creole dialect also called patois which is influenced mostly by west african languages and contains elements of spanish and french. The national flag symbolize the positively and hope the country is. When it states “ the two black triangles represent historical struggles and hardship, green triangles represent agricultural wealth and hope, and yellow cross-stripes represent sunshine and mineral resources.” The flag is the only flag that doesn't share any of the colors in the American flag. The climate is mostly influenced by the sea and the northern trade winds. The winds are dominant throughout the year. From December to March, colder winds reach the island from North America. Thunderstorms can bring heavy showers in the summer. It's also susceptible to hurricanes. The population has grown throughout the years, despite the emigration. Jamaica growth in population help make it become one of the largest and best harbors of the world.

Traditional clothing and food are important a Jamaican culture.
Traditional clothes includes colorful and are usually handmade dresses from calico cloth. Calico is striped looks like a plaid. Also scarfs are carefully wrapped around the head to keep their hair in place. A “tam” is an important part of the attire it covers the dreadlocks. Tourists are particularly interested in Rastafarian-influence clothes that generally include red, green, and gold. Jamaicans everyday wear are comfortable and cool. On Sunday many people that go to church dress very formal. By using the aromatic spices found in the Caribbean it has allowed the island to create one of the most unusual flavors. Jerk is most popular, it's a marinade that is is usually put on meat but can be added to almost anything. Many of the island’s ingredients makes the spicy sauce. Also seafood is prevalent on the island. The morning meal includes boiled bananas or sauteed callaloo with Saal fish. Followed by a light meal for lunch which includes fried dumplings or plantains. Must dinner in Jamaica includes rice and peas. Some cuisines are multicultural with influences from the Spanish and
African.
By the Jamaican constitution it guarantees the freedom of worship. Religion is very important to Jamaican life. When it states “Religion is fundamental to Jamaican life…..”. The largest denominations are the seventh-day Pentecostal and Adventist churches. Only a small proportion attends the Church of Anglican. Rastafarianism has been an important religion. Also when the author says “The Rastafarian Movement is growing tremendously.” but only a small portion of the population practices this. Many different religions that are not known globally in Jamaica. When the author says ”Jamaican has developed a unique type of religion.” Obeah, Jamaican revivalism, Rastafarianism are the three main religions that people know about. The most recognizable is Rastafarianism. This religion has deep political discussions. The lifestyle of a Rastafarian includes some of the following marijuana used, hair in dreadlocks. They also don't believe in an afterlife. It's a spiritual movement that was started in the depression era. Obeah is a herb and spiritual religion. Jamaican revivalism practiced in more major U.S cities. The Guinness Book of World Records ruled that Jamaica has the most churches per square mile of any place in the world. When a death happening, family and the community gather at the house of the deceased to support and help in funeral preparations, which includes washing the body.
Traditions and customs help assist in defining cultures. Traditions are acts that are carried out over generations or during annual events. Most of the holidays are the same as the US. Both cultures celebrate some of the same holidays like Christmas and New Years. Also some holidays are the same but on different days like instead of Easter Sunday there's an Easter Monday and Independence Day is a different day also. Independence Day is the huge celebration held in the Jamaican national Independence Day is the huge celebration held in the Jamaican national stadium. People dress in costume and also pray through the streets. On Christmas Day men dress in scary costumes and dance in the street. Other celebrations and holidays are influenced by religion. Nine Night is a ritual that happens after the death of a loved. The Carnival is a street festival that goes on for a week. People dress in costumes and go to the Jamaican national stadium on the last day. They even celebrate chinese new year.