Cultural Diversity&Health/Cultural Competence

a subject, word or action that is avoided for religious or social reasons

the unfair situation in society when some people have more opportunities, money, etc. than others

of or relating to large groups of people classed according to common racial, national, tribal, religious, linguistic, or cultural origin or background

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse

A negative attitude toward an entire category of people, often an ethnic or racial minority, that leads to pre-judgement

to express thoughts and feelings easily and clearly, or showing this quality

believing that the people, customs, and traditions of your own race or nationality are better than those of other races

characteristics or diseases passed from parent to child genetically

recognising that individuals have different needs as we have diverse cultures, languages and experiences

involves actions that recognise, respect and nurture the unique cultural identity of a person and safely meet their needs, expectations and rights.

the fact of many different types of things or people being included in something; a range of different people or things

to be the largest in number or the most important

the rate at which something happens

a system in which people or things are arranged according to their importance

Beliefs, customs, and traditions of a specific group of people.

creating an oversimplified image of a particular group of people, usually by assuming that all members of the group are alike

the integration of knowledge, awareness and sensitivity of culture and the skills to deliver appropriate care; to work effectively in cross-cultural situations

an object worn because it is believed to protect against evil, disease ,or unhappiness

a number, amount, or situation that can change

being aware that cultural differences and similarities exist without assigning them a value - positive or negative/better or worse/right or wrong

the fact of having no effect or of achieving nothing

family origin; your ancestors who lived a long time ago