Resources
View a collection of multicultural resources that are provided to broaden and continue our diversity conversations.
Listen to Jean Mavrelis discuss cultural awareness in Orlando. ~Novemeber 2010
Listen to podcast or view transcriptAbout the presentation:
Jean Mavrelis, CEO of Kochman Mavrelis and Associates, discussed how cultural awareness and integrated diversity training strategies are moving organizations forward and positively impacting their bottom lines.
Ms. Mavrelis identified some of the important steps to build a case for a comprehensive approach to diversity within an organization. She addressed the importance of moving beyond diversity awareness and the value of understanding cultural differences that are critical to employee engagement, supplier relations and customer service.
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Multicultural Resources
Brainstorming
The “art” of brainstorming suits some cultural styles better than others. Learn what you can do to create more effective and inclusive brainstorm sessions.
Multicultural Solutions
When faced with an interpersonal conflict, translate your frustration into curiosity. By examining a situation from another cultural perspective, you become more flexible and able to reach a mutually agreeable outcome.
Through Boom and Bust: Minorities, Immigration and Homeownership
U.S. housing market fluctuations have impacted minority groups more significantly than whites, while home-ownership gaps continue.
Educational Testing Service: America’s Perfect Storm 2007 (Video)
A look at how economic and educational disparity along with changing demographics impacts the U.S. and its future.
The Changing Face of Work in the United States: Implications for Individual, Institutional, and Societal Survival
Changing workforce demographics and increased global competition require new social policy to help workers, institutions and American society succeed.
What divides America?
This report concludes immigration and income, not race, are more often seen as primary sources of conflict.
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African American Culture Resources
Communication Style
African Americans and mainstream white men share communications styles that are verbal, visible and assertive. However, their styles significantly differ when dealing with confrontational topics.
Attitudes toward Authority “Intent vs. Impact”
Cultures address accountability differently with regard to intent and motive, as well as inconsistent treatment, that results in impact and ongoing behavior.
Attitudes toward Authority “Individual vs. Global Accountability”
Cultures differ in how they assign responsibility for an individual’s behavior. For example, African Americans and other cultures believe parents are implicated by their child’s actions as a result of their upbringing.
Understanding Behavior – Trust
To successfully build a trusting relationship, one must recognize important social and personal boundaries.
Racial Progress Is Far From Finished
A Princeton professor offers commentary on the election of President Obama with regard to racial barriers and progress in the U.S.
Continental divide separates Africans, African-Americans
African immigrants have trouble dispelling myths and stereotypes about Africa after arriving in the U.S.
Black in the Age of Obama
New York Times editorial piece looks at financial crisis statistics, survey reports and hate crime data for African Americans a year after Obama’s election.
More than the Bible: Blacks say church should have role in social issues, politics
New study reports Blacks believe churches should express views on social and political topics.
For Some, Native American History Also Includes Black History
An NPR interview transcript addresses the complex relationship between Native Americans and African-Americans throughout U.S. history.
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East Asian Culture Resources
Indirect communication
The East Asian style of communication often includes non-verbal and indirect signals that convey important information beyond what is said.
Asian/Mainstream Communication/Behavior Styles
Many communication and behavior styles are successful when applied to different cultural situations. In some cases a less assertive approach wins out.
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Gender and Culture Resources
Gender and caretaking
Self-esteem issues and maternal care-taking messages have strong impact on female development and discipline.
Latinas – Recognition and trust
Hispanic culture relies on strong relationships, collective behavior and mediators to address important issues that impact trust and loyalty among women.
Hispanic Women in the United States
A fact sheet that includes demographic, employment and income data from Hispanic women in the U.S. reveals significant differences and characteristics.
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Hispanic/Latino Culture Resources
About Number One
Group-oriented cultures often have trouble acclimating to self-promotion and self-centered views of success.
Who’s Hispanic
A look at the different approaches to determine who is Hispanic.
Between Here and There: How attached are Latino Immigrants to their Native country?
This report looks at the types of connections Latinos immigrants maintain with their native countries.
Changing Faiths: Latinos and the Transformation of American Religion
Growing numbers of Hispanics are impacting religious institutions, especially the Catholic Church.
Shades of Belonging: Latinos and Racial Identity
This study looks at variables in how Latinos view their own racial identity and the impact of immigration, citizenship and economics on identity.
Statistical Portrait of Hispanics in the US
This fact sheet outlines a variety of statistical reports on U.S. Hispanics, including demographics, education, employment and politics.
Same Language, Different Meanings
Latin Americans in Mexico face communication barriers, too.
El Buen Patrón
Mexican managers return to a tradition of paternalism.
Ni Modo!
In these uncertain times, being fatalistic might be more useful than striving to be in control.
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U.S. Mainstream Culture Resources
Identity – Individual vs. Group
Most often, mainstream “white males” don’t share group identity associations that many other cultures do.
White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack
Acknowledging privilege and myths of meritocracy requires a new perspective and awareness.
Opening Pathways to Tolerance: School Leadership in an Age of Diversity
Understanding differences in cultural communication styles better prepares our schools for the 21st century.
