CULTURAL COMPETENCE

Cultural Competence workshop participants will have an opportunity to:
  • Increase awareness of elements and dimensions of culture
  • Increase awareness of oppression as a system and behaviors that trigger trust and mistrust between cultures
  • Examine their cultural lens, attitude, level of cultural competence, and the steps necessary to increase proficiency
  • Learn the importance of and ways to emotionally self-regulate to maintain effectiveness in challenging situations
  • Engage in behaviors essential to build trust, establish credibility, and foster positive relations with diverse people
  • Learn ways to foster an inclusive work culture