...1. What are the dimensions of cultural diversity? Identify and briefly explain the dimensions by referencing both textbooks. Diversity in the workforce has evolved throughout history. From ancient times where nobility and religious figures ruled all to more current times with the struggle for civil rights in the 1960s or the workforce diversity in the 1990s with woman and different ethnic groups becoming leaders and executives. According to the text, diversity is defined “as the ways in which people differ that may affect their organizational experience in terms of performance, motivation, communication, and inclusion” (Harvey, 2009, p. 1). Dimensions of diversity include components related to a person's race, gender, ethnic background, religious/spiritual dogmas, lifestyle, sexual orientation, age, abilities, and appearance (Schaefer, 2012). These are known as primary dimensions. Secondary dimensions are considered less central to someone’s social identity. Some examples are: Geographic location, military/work experience, family status, income, education, communication and work styles, and first language/education. 2. With what ethnic, cultural, or other groups do you identify? Describe what members of your social circle have in common. I am associated with many diverse groups of various backgrounds. Culturally and ethnically, I identify with Latino/Hispanic, African American, Caucasian/Anglo and Asian. Being of an “All-American” Caucasian background I am...
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...Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion Tenisha Spears SOC/315 November 7, 2012 Mrs. Jennifer Reynolds Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion In this paper I will be answering the following questions: What are the dimensions of cultural diversity? Identify and briefly explain the dimensions by referencing both textbooks. With what ethnic, cultural, or other groups do you identify? Describe what members of your social circle have in common. What is the difference between diversity and inclusion? What is the importance of workplace diversity training? What is your experience with workplace culture? Could there be, or could there have been, more inclusion? Dimensions of cultural diversity are racial groups. It is a group that is socially set apart by obvious physical difference. Ethnic groups are groups set apart by culture patterns or nationality. There are also religious groups and gender groups. Age can also be considered a dimension. Minority groups generally share the characteristics of experiencing unequal treatment, sharing similarities, involuntary membership, group solidarity, and marriage within the group. I identify myself with being in a religious group. There are many similarities but we also have many differences. However, the things that my social circle has in common are the want to just have peace amongst us. I mean we all go to work every day and deal with the variety of people’s attitude, and their different mood swings day to day. So, when my social...
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...In: Social Issues Culturally Diversity Entity Culturally Diverse Entity University of Phoenix SOC/315 July 23, 2009 Introduction * The purpose of this paper is to discuss the different sources that have contributed to my cultural background. In addition, speculate on the extent to which my current identity has been molded by assimilation, acculturation, and climate of pluralism. Culturally Diverse Entity According to (Kottak & Kozaitis, 2003) Cultural diversity refers to variation in institutions, traditions, language, customs, rituals, beliefs, and values. All nations have such internal variation. Recent settlers of North America trace their origins to Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Within the United States and Canada many groups claim a particular heritage (e.g., ethnic roots) that distinguishes them from other such groups and from a mainstream, dominant national culture (Takaki 1993). Other kinds of groups are based on a common occupational status and identity. Still other expressions of diversity involve contrasts among rural, urban, and suburban lifestyles. When I think about diversity I think of people of different race, age, gender, and religion. Understanding the difference was the first step for me. I did not think that one person should be treated any differently than the next as I was taught in my upbringing; I soon learned it happens. In 1982, I experienced cultural diversity when I started my first job at the age...
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...Thinking About Diversity & Inclusion Kristofer Kem SOC/315 March 15, 2012 Jeff Hoover Thinking About Diversity & Inclusion Cultural diversity is a mixture of cultures of a specific region, or in the world as a whole. It is sometimes used to refer to multiculturalism within an organization. Cultures have spread throughout the world. The have successfully adapted to periodic disastrous changes in global and local climate and also to widely differing conditions. The many separate societies that have emerged around the world differed clearly from each other, and a lot of these differences continue to this day. There are more obvious cultural differences that exist between people such as traditions, language and dress attire. There are also important variations in the way societies organize themselves which are the ways they interact with their environment and their shared conception of morality. Living in Hawai’i, I cannot really say which cultural or ethnic group I really identify with. I am Filipino Caucasian and almost everyone on the island is of mixed race. I hang out with all people of all different kinds of ethnicities such as Tongan, Samoan, Hawaiian, Caucasian, and African American. I also eat all types of different ethnic foods. I guess if I had to pick one I relate to it would be Hawaiian because I have lived on the island all my life. I have danced hula and love the Hawaiian food. The word diversity is the way an organization focus on the similarities...
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... SOC/315 Carin Anick-Quinones November 20, 2012 The Dimensions of Cultural Diversity are the primary dimension, and the secondary dimension. Primary dimensions of diversity include age, ethnic heritage, gender, mental/physical abilities, and characteristics, race and sexual orientation. These six differences are termed core dimensions of diversity because they exert an important impact on our early socialization and a powerful, sustained impact on our experiences, values, assumptions and expectations throughout every stage of life. Secondary dimensions of diversity: Key secondary dimensions of diversity include but are not limited to elements of education, military experience, work experience, income, religion, first language, organizational role and level, communication style, family status, work style. It is having a heart and mind that acknowledges, accepts, values and even celebrates the various ways that people live and interact in the world. Even with our various cultural differences we all aspire too many of the same things: security, well-being, acceptance, individualism, esteem, and some form of equity whether it’s physical, spiritual or emotional. The ethnic, cultural group that I indentify is the minorities, and...
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...Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion SOC/315 Cultural Diversity Abstract In this paper I will be answering the following questions: What are the dimensions of cultural diversity? Identify and briefly explain the dimensions by referencing both textbooks. With what ethnic, cultural, or other groups do you identify? Describe what members of your social circle have in common. What is the difference between diversity and inclusion? What is the importance of workplace diversity training? What is your experience with workplace culture? Could there be, or could there have been, more inclusion? Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion Dimensions of cultural diversity are racial groups. It is a group that is socially set apart by obvious physical difference. Ethnic groups are groups set apart by culture patterns or nationality. There are also religious groups and gender groups. Age can also be considered a dimension. Minority groups generally share the characteristics of experiencing unequal treatment, sharing similarities, involuntary membership, group solidarity, and marriage within the group. I identify myself with being in a religious group. There are many similarities but we also have many differences. However, the things that my social circle has in common are the want to just have peace amongst us. I mean we all go to work every day and deal with the variety of people’s attitude, and their different mood swings day to day. So, when my social circle gets together all...
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...Week 2 Reflection Angela Smith SOC/ 315 Mr. Richardson September 16, 2013 University of Phoenix Week 2 Reflection In week two we talked about how to explain the concept of culture is used to construct group identity. How to analyze the social concept of race. And also how to describe how behavioral and thinking patterns apply to diversity issues. We also went over are African Americans still experiencing racism? Racism can also be seen as a system of advantages based on race. It allows us to see that racism, like other forms of oppression is not a personal ideology of racial prejudice, but also a system involving cultural messages and institutional policies and practices as well as the belief of individuals. We went over inventing Hispanics and how particularly important for understanding the future of diversity in American Society. To be Asian in America. Asian Americans face the perception that they are all the same. We also talked about hate crime when offenders are motivated to choose a victim because of some characteristic. We also discussed prejudice which is a negative attitude toward an entire category of people. Discrimination is the denial of opportunities and equal rights to individuals and groups because of prejudice or for other arbitrary reasons. We also went over racial profiling and how any police initiated action based on race ethnicity, or national origin rather than the person’s behavior. In this...
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...Culturally Diverse Entity University of Phoenix SOC/315 July 23, 2009 Introduction * The purpose of this paper is to discuss the different sources that have contributed to my cultural background. In addition, speculate on the extent to which my current identity has been molded by assimilation, acculturation, and climate of pluralism. Culturally Diverse Entity According to (Kottak & Kozaitis, 2003) Cultural diversity refers to variation in institutions, traditions, language, customs, rituals, beliefs, and values. All nations have such internal variation. Recent settlers of North America trace their origins to Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Within the United States and Canada many groups claim a particular heritage (e.g., ethnic roots) that distinguishes them from other such groups and from a mainstream, dominant national culture (Takaki 1993). Other kinds of groups are based on a common occupational status and identity. Still other expressions of diversity involve contrasts among rural, urban, and suburban lifestyles. When I think about diversity I think of people of different race, age, gender, and religion. Understanding the difference was the first step for me. I did not think that one person should be treated any differently than the next as I was taught in my upbringing; I soon learned it happens. In 1982, I experienced cultural diversity when I started my first job at the age of 18 at a printing company, as I begin to interact with people...
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...Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion Jodi Jewett SOC 315 May 16, 2011 Tramayne Butler Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion Diversity and Inclusion are a part of everyday life in America. Diversity is within every culture and group including ethnical groups, gender, and workplaces. Diversity is the similarities and differences where Inclusion is the act of being included in that diversity group. It is important to know and understand the diversity and inclusion to gain the knowledge and understanding of people around us. What are the dimensions of cultural diversity? Identify and briefly explain the dimensions by referencing both textbooks. “Cultural diversity is commonly interpreted in relation to ethnicity. However, the term should be understood within a broader context where it recognizes the unique attributes of all persons” (La Trobe University, Oct). The dimensions of culture diversity are the difference and similarities within the culture groups. There are many different dimensions within a culture group, such as, dress attire, language, race, and gender. Within a culture there are many different languages, especially in American culture. While some women must not show in sin in one culture, they may be allowed to show as much as they want in another culture. There also different diversities with genders and cultures. In one culture women are treated as equal as men, and in another the women must wait on the man and are not as high ranked as the...
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...Diversity in the Nursing Environment Robin Glunt RN SOC/315 December 12, 2011 Jenel Cavazos Diversity in the Nursing Environment Diversity is a fact of the nursing environment in terms of relationships with colleagues and with patients. Nurses are required to work with and take care of individuals from a range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. This can be both a challenge and an enriching experience. In nursing all dimensions of cultural diversity are experienced regularly including the primary dimensions of diversity such as age, ethnic heritage, mental/physical ability, race, gender and sexual orientation. Secondary dimensions are considered as part and parcel of understanding patient needs in a health care setting and these may include income, religion, education and family status (Stockdale M.S., 2004). Understanding diversity is pivotal to successful patient care because patient needs are often largely defined by patient experience and expectations. All of the factors that define diversity are inherent in how a patient will perceive their care and what their expectations will be in receiving care. Nurses who understand this are better able to offer compassion, appropriate services, tolerance and support. It is important when considering patient care to recognize the difference between diversity and inclusion. Diversity compared to inclusion in the health care environment Diversity defines the lifestyle and experiences and individual may have which will inform...
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...Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion SOC/315 Cultural Diversity May 6, 2013 Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion What are the dimensions of cultural diversity? Cultural diversity refers to the idea that any cultural identity should not be ignored or discarded, but instead they should be valued and maintained. It includes the different varieties of human cultures or societies in the entire world as a whole, or in a particular region. Dimensions of cultural diversity can include religious beliefs, gender, marital status, race, age, parental status, income, physical abilities and attributes, sexual orientation, geographic location, language, and other components. Today, the management of cultural diversity is much more complicated than single dimension like age, gender, race, etc. (Harvey & Allard, 2009). Ethnic, religious, racial and gender dimensions are considered as being the most important (Schaefer, 2011). Cultural diversity dimensions are actually divided into two sections: primary and secondary. The primary dimensions includes an individual’s race, age, physical attributes, gender, etc, and the secondary dimensions include factors like language, marital status, income, occupation, parental status, religious beliefs, etc. With what ethnic, cultural, or other groups do you identify? I honestly believe that I identify with a lot of ethnic or cultural groups, but the groups that I identify with the most are Native American, Caucasian, and African-American...
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...Diversity and Inclusion Juanita Guthrie SOC/315 January 25, 2016 Jennifer Hudgins Diversity and Inclusion Cultural diversity has many dimensions which is what makes one person different than the other. Some of these dimensions include “cultural, gender, ethnic, religious, sexual orientation, ability, age, and size differences (Harvey & Allard, 2009).” While some of these different dimensions can be chosen, such as, religion others cannot because they are born into it. Cultural diversity helps us to identify the different subordinate groups or minority group which is “a group whose members have significantly less control or power over their own lives than do the members of a dominant or majority group (Schaeffer, 2011).” The differences of each group help us to understand the differences of each and their accomplishments and struggles. We have learned with these differences so much with statistics for health and other related issues that give us insight to better prepare ourselves for different outcomes. I am a Mexican American. My mother was raised in Texas and my father in Wyoming. I have been fortunate to learn the culture, especially how to make Mexican food. Recently, with my work, I am have been able to learn more Spanish than I have growing up. My parents did not speak much Spanish to my siblings and I when we were younger. They did take us to events that celebrated significant dates that are special to Mexico though. My life was...
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...Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion Adriana Sardinas SOC/315 January 17, 2011 Professor Joyce Mackey Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion In this content, the author will be using her critical thinking skills to answer questions based on the readings from Understanding and Managing Diversity and Racial and Ethnic Groups. The questions to be answered and discussed are: What are the dimensions of cultural diversity; with what ethnic, cultural, or other groups does the author identify herself; what is the difference between diversity and inclusion; what is the importance of workplace diversity training; and what is the author’s experience with workplace culture. Critical Thinking Questions Cultural diversity, inclusion, groups, diversity in the workplace, and identifying oneself with one or the other is controversial and can become aggressive if society remains close-minded. The author is putting into discussion questions that will help break down the understanding of what it truly is and the importance of it in society. Question One What are the dimensions of cultural diversity? Identification and a brief explanation of dimensions provided. Answer. The dimensions of cultural diversity range from racial groups, a group socially set apart by obvious physical difference; ethnic groups, groups set apart by culture patterns or nationality; religious groups, gender groups and other subordinate groups. Ageism is also considered a dimension. Minorities generally...
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...Discussion Questions Brittany Lewis University of Phoenix SOC/315 Cultural Diversity MU11BHA06A06HA Perry Martin 9-13-13 Discussion Questions What is the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)? What does the DHS do for United States citizens? * A: DHS is dedicated to providing safety to everyone against crime and theft. It also protects us from terrorist’s attacks, natural disasters and man-made accidents. DHS helps individuals to get their citizenship and passports. * If you lived in a country outside the United States and wanted to come to the United States to work, to live, or to attend an institution of higher learning, what process would you follow? Describe a realistic or imagined scenario, and explain the legal process as outlined by the U.S. Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services. A: SUBMIT A U.S. PASSPORT APPLICATION FOR AN ADULT IN PERSON: Read and understand Steps 1 - 7 before leaving this page. http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/first/first_830.html 1. Fill Out Form DS-11: Application For A U.S. Passport 2. Submit Completed Form DS-11 In Person 3. Submit Evidence of U.S. Citizenship 4. Present Identification 5. Submit a Photocopy of the Identification Document(s) Presented (Step 4) 6. Pay the Applicable Fee 7. Provide One Passport Photo * What do you think are the biggest concerns some people have about illegal immigration in the United States? Is it the effect on the U.S. economy, on the population, on...
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...Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion Shantha Whitehurst SOC/315 Due Date 01/25/2014 Instructor What are the dimensions of cultural diversity? Identify and briefly explain the dimensions by referencing both textbooks. The world in which people call home is a composite of diversity. People interact with one another through culture beliefs. Since humans spread throughout the world, unions have separated from each other. Stories of humans emerging to the United States became different throughout many ethnic communities. According to Schaefer (2011), the of diversity features in the United States include, ethnicity, age, race, martial status, religious beliefs, gender, and even appearances(Chapter 1, Ethnic Groups). Racial groups socially set themselves apart because of physical differences, and each society defines what it finds obvious. In the United States skin color is one of the obvious differences. Communities today have a more elaborate system of classification, in the United States hostility between races became higher than expected. Ethnic groups set apart from others because of national origin or distinctive culture patterns. Hispanics, Puerto Rican, African American, and Cubans describe some ethnic groups in America. The culture traits which made diversity exclusive originated from lands of segregation(Harvey, "Section I," 2009). With what ethnic, cultural, or other groups do you identify? Describe what members of your social circle have in common The ethnic...
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