Cultural diversity in the workplace

Culture refers to the cumulative deposit of knowledge, experience, beliefs, values, attitudes and religion by a group of people generally without thinking about them.

Cultural competence is the effective use of social and interpersonal knowledge and skills that demonstrates understanding and appreciation of individual and group differences and similarities.

Consider cultural competence a priority. Culture is dynamic; therefore cultural competence must be an on-going process.

Managing diversity provides an opportunity to learn and grow through respect, understanding and appreciation of differences.