Cultural competence is necessary for healthy interactions from "summary" of Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? by Beverly Daniel Tatum
Cultural competence is a crucial skill for navigating the complexities of a diverse society. It involves being able to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people from different cultural backgrounds. Without cultural competence, misunderstandings and conflicts can easily arise in our interactions with others. When we lack cultural competence, we may unintentionally offend or hurt others by making assumptions based on our own cultural norms and values. For example, a person from one culture may interpret a gesture or phrase from another culture in a completely different way than intended. This can lead to tension and discomfort in relationsh...
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