Enhancing Cultural Competence
A culture is defined as a group or community that shares common experiences that shape the way they understand the world. The organizations and communities within which we work are becoming increasingly diverse - made up of people and groups with experiences and histories different from our own. These differences are a source of valuable perspective and strength, but they can also lead to misunderstanding and poor communication that may hinder our effectiveness. This part of the CTB provides a framework and support for assessing and enhancing cultural competence in you, your organization, group or community.
Available support includes:
The CTB is a service of the
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