1. ANDRES GARCIA
Definition
Diversity: a. The fact or quality of being diverse; difference.
b. A point or respect in which things differ.
c. Variety or multiformity.
- It means to understand that every individual is unique; this can refer to race, gender,
ethnicity, socio-economics, sexual orientation, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political
beliefs, or other ideologies.
1. What is cultural competence?
- Refers to an ability to interact effectively with people of different cultures,
particularly in the context of human resources, and government agencies whose
employees work with persons from different cultural/ethnic backgrounds.
How can you develop it?
- I believe by moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing and celebrating the
rich dimensions of diversity contained within each individual.
2. How can you communicate effectively?
- By learning when is time to talk, and when is time to listen. A dialogue should run
smoothly without any interruption and disrespect in any manner.
3. How can you make the most of personal relationships?
2. - By being a trusted person, no judgmental, always having an open mind to receive a give
a good image of who you are.