Respect for Diversity

This text provides excellent explanations of diverse populations by looking at the common dimensions of categorizing diversity. The authors also explain the concepts of cultural competence and cultural humility. While the chapter is presented in the context of community psychology, the concepts are applicable in the workplace. Despite the text focusing on community psychology, think about how you can apply the concepts you learned in the workplace.

Introduction

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

  • Understand cultural humility as an approach to diversity
  • Identify and define dimensions of diversity
  • Appreciate the complexity of identity
  • Identify important cultural considerations for working within diverse communities


Respect for diversity has been established as a core value for Community Psychology. Appreciating diversity in communities includes understanding dimensions of diversity and how to work within diverse community contexts, but also includes a consideration of how to work within systems of inequality. Community psychologists must be mindful of diverse perspectives and experiences when conducting research and designing interventions, as well as working to combat oppression and promote justice and equality. By working within a framework of cultural humility, this chapter attempts to provide a basic understanding of the dimensions of diversity that are most common in Community Psychology research and practice. Further, we explore how these dimensions contribute to complex identities and considerations for community practice.

Source: Nghi D. Thai and Ashlee Lien, https://press.rebus.community/introductiontocommunitypsychology/chapter/respect-for-diversity/
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