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Afghan and Australian cultures differ from each other to quite an extent. They can be thought of as opposite sides of a coin which share no direct similarities or are in any way related. The Australian view of correct etiquette and decorum contrasts significantly with that of the Afghan society which is based and derived from their religion, Islam.…
A culturally competent educator will be culturally sensitive and aware. They will understand, recognise and respect the variety of cultures within the centre at which they work and ensure they cater and accommodate the service to these groups of people. Cultural competence also ensures policies and procedures cater to all people and does not exclude the rights and values of any group of people.…
For this assignment I interviewed Omar Bretado. He is a 25-year-old male who migrated to the United States with his family at the age of twelve. He and his family, like most immigrant families, came to the United States in hopes of a better future. Omar and his family migrated from Zacatecas, Mexico to Dallas, Texas. Omar tells me that he is glad that he was given such a wonderful opportunity when he came here. In Mexico, he lived with his three siblings, parents, grandparents, and a few aunts and uncles. The house was divided into three areas so that everyone could have a bit of privacy. I decided to interview Omar because he was able to shed some light on the differences he experienced between Mexico and the United States. Only having been here half of his life he has accomplished many things. He has finished his education, gotten a well-paid job, and has become a citizen of the United States. Although Omar had fun living in Mexico, he says that he would not change anything in his life. He is grateful for the time he was able to be in his home country and for the cultural that was instilled upon him all of his life.…
Care planning is an important part of nursing care. It can be used for broad or individual goals within a community. This paper will discuss key components of a comprehensive cultural assessment and care planning. It will also provide a personal reflection from my nursing practice and state two appropriate nursing diagnoses. I will also discuss rationales, interventions, and evaluations of these nursing diagnoses. This care planning allows nurses to provide culturally congruent care for diverse patients.…
What are the top 5 things a nurse or health care provider would need to know about someone that identifies with this culture?…
I was not sure how Adriana was going to react to certain topics/questions and this made me apprehensive about conducting the interview. I was nervous that she might feel vulnerable about her hearing impediment since she is a private individual. She was ridiculed in school and did not have many friends. I was unaware if Adriana would avoid questions or become emotional about her childhood. I was also apprehensive about mentioning her nationality and if she felt that she had experienced racism. I remained empathetic and nonjudgmental throughout the entire interview.…
Cultural sensitivity is vital to remember when any firm does any business in a foreign market. Certain strategies and procedures used in the United States may not translate the same way in other countries or have the same impact. Other areas in the world operate their businesses with different priorities and in different cultures so it is crucial to consider how these differences may affect how business is done. Ethical situations will inevitably arise when a firm begins operations in a new international market so it is best to be prepared to face such situations with character.…
I am from an intercultural and interracial family; according to ancestry.com DNA I am Cameroon/Congo 29%, Ivory Coast/Ghana 21%, and Ireland 20%. Culturally I identify with the American culture and the African American subculture of North America as referenced in our text African American culture differs from African culture. I will discuss my current cultural perspective as it pertains to communication.…
A Cross-Cultural Examination of Corporate Social Responsibility Marketing Communications in Mexico and the United States: Strategies for Global Brands…
Upon arriving at I decided that I would continue kissing people’s cheeks when greeting them and figured that they would eventually start doing so too. I was wrong. As they say, when in Rome, do as the Romans do. My unwillingness to yield to this foreign culture led to many awkward kisses, judging stares, and weird looks. Although I did feel weird after countless failed “kissing” attempts, my failures taught me that when in a foreign country, respecting mannerisms and habits is crucial in order to adapt and function well in that society.…
3. Girard, Phyllis M. Greek Theatre: A Reflection of Ancient Greek Society (A Program Alternative for High School Gifted Students). Programs for Gifted Students. N.p.: Guides - Classroom - Teacher, 1978.…
As stated by Karen Kearns (2014, p. 367) “Cultural competence is the ability to understand communicate with and effectively, interact with people across cultures. Cultural competence can be embodied in policies and procedures that seek to ensure that cultural diversity is respected and embraced by all members of an organisation.” Cultural competence can also refer to relationships that are made across cultures whether it be as an individual or as a group. Also an individual or groups attitude across the different cultures. Cultural competence to an educator means to be understanding and communicate with families and children, keeping in mind your values, beliefs and attitudes because cultural competence is to act, behave and communicate on…
I never realized how experiencing a different culture would impact my life for the good. Experiencing a different culture made me aware of how lucky I am to live in the United states, how people can come together in times of need, how loving and caring people who are less fortunate than me can be, and how truly blessed I am to live in a safe environment. I am so blessed to have been given the opportunity to go to Guatemala on a church mission trip. That week of my life changed me forever.…
Each family confronts death and funerals in a different manner. Some families follow long held traditions, while others seem to have no such precedent to serve as a guide. At first consideration, I thought it would be nearly impossible to write an essay on death and funerals in my family, because I don’t have much in the way of personal involvement to draw upon. After contemplating this absence of experience, I came to the realization that the lack of the presence of death and funerals in my family is itself, a statement about the social and cultural influences that have produced such a result. In the remainder of this essay, I will discuss the specific influences on how…