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Introduction.

Cultural diversity has been a significant issue of concern in family lives and also workplace experienced. There are many elements that make up a society and the societal norms that are expected to be upheld by all the members of society. When one goes against these norms, it may create unnecessary friction within the society.

Definition

Cultural diversity means that people can exist peacefully amidst their differences that may arise due to the difference in sexual orientation, age, gender, religion, and race. Intolerance in respect, to the differences that may exist between people, is the sole cause of the problems that are experienced in the society. Comment by LaKeisha Boggan: Be sure that you are giving credit to sources from which information is obtained.

Body

For this part I will focus on my personal experience with my cousin who turned to be a lesbian, my family was reluctant to accept her being a members of the Southern Baptist church that deems same-sex marriage or lesbianism as an evil act that needs to be condemned with the strongest terms possible. She ended up being chased away from home and if you spoke to her that made you just as guilty. It was looked at you condoned her acts instead of loving the person. It took the family some deliberations to accept her back, although hesitant, she was eventually allowed back to family events without all the gossiping and she got married to her long term girlfriend, they are now happily married.

Part 1 : Comment by LaKeisha Boggan: Be sure that you are addressing the items listed under the content guideline. This section should address the following to help guide you: Identify your personal biases and how they may impact your counseling approach. Describe your personal history by documenting experiences with discrimination you may have experienced and how your cultural background impacted these experiences. If you have not had any experiences, share why you believe this to be true. Identify memories of contact with those who were culturally different than you, and your experiences associated with these differences. Be specific. How has your life experience affected how you may relate to persons different than you? Be specific.

• I am likely interacting with people who are homosexual due to the experience.

• My personal history on the issues are anchored on the experience I had with my cousin, who was a lesbian, and she was shunned by family.

• I have been able to embrace people’s differences as much as they do not infringe my rights.

Part II

• Subtle racism means that a person has a negative attitude towards other people of different cultures. Comment by LaKeisha Boggan: Be sure that a referenced definition and example is provided.

• The differences are mainly. As a result, the difference in the way people think or reason towards some elements. Comment by LaKeisha Boggan: It appears that you didn’t finish your thought here. Why could there be significant differences in perceptions and values of members within the same ethnic group? Be specific.

Part III

ACA and NAADAC codes of ethics will form the guide in approaching the ethical considerations in interacting with people with diversities. The guiding principles for each framework are essential in approaching this work. Cultural sensitization is essential as it ensures that ethics are observed when dealing with people from various backgrounds. Comment by LaKeisha Boggan: There are several items that need to be addressed in this section that have not been identified in your outline. The following should be addressed within this section: Discuss how the ACA and NAADAC codes of ethics will inform your practice. Identify and cite the specific ACA and NAADA multicultural codes that you will use to inform your practice. What did you learn about the importance of cultural sensitivity in treatment planning? How do communication styles and help-seeking behaviors differ across cultures? How might strategies to build rapport be differentiated based on culture? Examine underlying reasons for differential treatment methods. Consult several professional journals on treatment practices and cultural biases. Identify sources of potential counselor cultural bias within these practices. What resources could help you to become more informed regarding cultural diversity? Cite resources you can use to dispel your personal biases. How could you apply your learning to your future practice as a counselor?

Conclusion

In summary, diversity means that people are able to tolerate the differences that other individual exhibit. This may include accommodating people who go against your cultural beliefs and norms. Intolerance to diversity is addressed through many legal provisions that seeks to protect people who are different from other. Ethical conduct assert that respect and tolerance should be the key focus in places of work.

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