Perspectives of Diversity Paper
Perspectives of Diversity Paper
Psych 535
This will be a paper discussing different diversity perspectives. Each perspective
will be an analyzed about diversity. Each perspective will also explain the implications
of the diversity perspective on human behavior in the workplace environment. Two
perspectives that will be addressed will be fundamental diversity and cultural diversity.
Fundamental Diversity is described as being a type of diversity that consists of people
who often have goals about the importance, purpose, and function of work, as well as the
relationship between the individual employee and the greater organization, and
fundamental beliefs that are different. (Heuberger, 2004). Cultural diversity is based upon
the concept that cultural identities should never be ignored nor discarded, though instead
they should be valued and maintained (Heuberger, 2004).
Cultural Diversity
Cultural diversity is based on the idea that cultural identities should not be
discarded or ignored, but rather maintained and valued (American Multicultural
Publications, 2007). The workplace can be considered an environment where several
different backgrounds join together for one common goal. Cultural diversity can consist
of a difference in national origin, gender, race, and other human aspects. Cultural
diversity is not based solely on culture and other human aspect, but as well as,
generations, education, and personal background. In the author’s current place of
employment, cultural diversity is extremely important. There are several different
backgrounds of individuals in the foster care system and certain families request certain
cultural backgrounds and personalities, in order for them to feel comfortable. Successful
companies can utilize diversity in their work force for a competitive edge over
companies.
Psych 535
This will be a paper discussing different diversity perspectives. Each perspective
will be an analyzed about diversity. Each perspective will also explain the implications
of the diversity perspective on human behavior in the workplace environment. Two
perspectives that will be addressed will be fundamental diversity and cultural diversity.
Fundamental Diversity is described as being a type of diversity that consists of people
who often have goals about the importance, purpose, and function of work, as well as the
relationship between the individual employee and the greater organization, and
fundamental beliefs that are different. (Heuberger, 2004). Cultural diversity is based upon
the concept that cultural identities should never be ignored nor discarded, though instead
they should be valued and maintained (Heuberger, 2004).
Cultural Diversity
Cultural diversity is based on the idea that cultural identities should not be
discarded or ignored, but rather maintained and valued (American Multicultural
Publications, 2007). The workplace can be considered an environment where several
different backgrounds join together for one common goal. Cultural diversity can consist
of a difference in national origin, gender, race, and other human aspects. Cultural
diversity is not based solely on culture and other human aspect, but as well as,
generations, education, and personal background. In the author’s current place of
employment, cultural diversity is extremely important. There are several different
backgrounds of individuals in the foster care system and certain families request certain
cultural backgrounds and personalities, in order for them to feel comfortable. Successful
companies can utilize diversity in their work force for a competitive edge over
companies.
References: Garcia, Raphael. (2012).Culture and Diversity in the Workplace. eHow.com, retrieved from: http://www.ehow.com/about_6338639_culture-diversity workplace.html#ixzz1z8yOwD5R American Multicultural Publications. (2007). What is cultural diversity? American Multicultural Publications, retrieved from: http://www.diversity-books.com/what- is-cultural-diversity.html Heuberger, Barbara. (2004). Cultural Diversity: Building Skills For Awareness, Understanding And Application (3rd ed.). Kendall Hunt Publishing