Perspectives of Diversity Paper
Psych 535

This will be a paper discussing different diversity perspectives. Each perspective

will be an analyzed about diversity. Each perspective will also explain the implications

of the diversity perspective on human behavior in the workplace environment. Two

perspectives that will be addressed will be fundamental diversity and cultural diversity.

Fundamental Diversity is described as being a type of diversity that consists of people

who often have goals about the importance, purpose, and function of work, as well as the

relationship between the individual employee and the greater organization, and

fundamental beliefs that are different. (Heuberger, 2004). Cultural diversity is based upon

the concept that cultural identities should never be ignored nor discarded, though instead

they should be valued and maintained (Heuberger, 2004).

Cultural Diversity

Cultural diversity is based on the idea that cultural identities should not be

discarded or ignored, but rather maintained and valued (American Multicultural

Publications, 2007). The workplace can be considered an environment where several

different backgrounds join together for one common goal. Cultural diversity can consist

of a difference in national origin, gender, race, and other human aspects. Cultural

diversity is not based solely on culture and other human aspect, but as well as,

generations, education, and personal background. In the author’s current place of

employment, cultural diversity is extremely important. There are several different

backgrounds of individuals in the foster care system and certain families request certain

cultural backgrounds and personalities, in order for them to feel comfortable.