1. Dimensions of Diversity Introduction to Diversity
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
Officer Standards and Education

2. Unit Goal I Every culture teaches its young
To increase awareness of the various dimensions of diversity
Every culture teaches its young
Every family shares its knowledge
All of us are lifelong learners

3. “Personal and social identity, expressed through language and culture, is formed by this continuous interplay of knowledge and learning as we move through the different stages of life.” UNESCO

4. 7 Underlying Principles of Diversity
Diversity is an inside job, it is not about them
Diversity goes beyond race and gender
No one is the target of blame for current or past inequalities
Human beings are ethnocentric
Ethnocentric: characterized by or based on
the attitude that one's own group is superior

5. The human species resists changes, continuing to seek homeostasis
Human beings find comfort and trust in likeness
It is difficult for people to share power

6. Our heritage belongs to all
Our world heritage is our shared heritage.
UNESCO

7. 1.1. Define the term “diversity”
“Diversity is the term used to describe the relative uniqueness of each individual in the population…the state of being diverse.”

8. Diversity is a set of conscious practices that involve:
Understanding and appreciating interdependence of humanity, cultures, and the natural environment
Practicing mutual respect for qualities and experiences that are different from our own
Understanding that diversity includes not only ways of being but also ways of knowing

9. Continued…
Recognizing that personal, cultural, and institutionalized discrimination creates and sustains privileges for some while creating and sustaining disadvantages for others
Building alliances across differences so that we can work together to eradicate all forms of discrimination
Iowa State University

10. 1.2. Discuss the term “human diversity”
Encompasses anything that makes humans special and different
9 reported most noticed in our society:
Skin Color
Gender
Age
Appearance
Facial Expression
Eye Contact
Movement
Personal Space
Touch

11. 1.3. List “dimensions of diversity”
Military Experience
Parental Status
Religious Beliefs
Work Experience
Geographic Locations
Socioeconomic Status
And the list goes on…
Age
Ethnicity
Gender
Physical Abilities Qualities
Race
Sexual orientation
Job Classification

12. 1.4. Describe the three powerful trends that highlight diversity in twenty-first century society
Diversity became an issue with the development of 3 powerful trends in our society:
Trend 1: The global market in which American corporations must now do business became highly competitive
Trend 2: The makeup of the United States population began changing dramatically

13. Trend 3: Individuals began to celebrate their differences instead of compromising their uniqueness to “fit in”

14. 1.4.1. Define the Global Market Trend 1
To stay competitive in the world market:
Products must be designed and marketed to meet needs of people
People need to develop an understanding and appreciation of cultures

15. 1.4.2. Discuss the United States changing demographics Trend 2
By the year 2050:
Less than 53% of population White
16% African American
23% Hispanic Origin ???????
10% Asian and Pacific Islander
1% American Indian, Eskimo, and Aleut

16. By the year 2056:
People of color are expected to become the new majority
In addition:
The fastest growing age group: 75 and older
In 2008: 48% increase in workers 55 and older
By 2025, the number of elderly will double

17. Misc. Statistics:
One in every 7 Americans speaks a language other than English in their homes
An estimated 6% of the population is gay/lesbian
Persons with disabilities make up the largest minority group: 15% of US population

18. 1.5. Compare a “melting pot” vs. a “mosaic” society Trend 3
Changing concepts
Traditional American approach to diversity: assimilation
Cultural differences homogenized
Problem: classifies differences as inferior

19. New Perspective of mosaic: encouraged to be proud and maintain cultural heritage and uniqueness
Multicultural: no distinct culture as American

20. 1.6. Define the term “inclusion”
“…a sense of belonging: feeling respected, valued for who you are; feeling a level of supportive energy and commitment from others so that you can do your best work.”
Miller and Katz 2002

21. 1.7. Discuss the concept of three dimensions of Global Inclusion
The Human Perspective
The Cultural Perspective
The Workplace Perspective
These inclusions capture the basic attributes that make us who we are as individuals

22. The Human Perspective Inclusions that might be detected visibly
Physical or psychological in nature
Examples: Age, ethnicity, gender, physical abilities, race, and sexual orientation

23. The Cultural Perspective
Inclusions that are core elements
Define us as individuals
Influence how we function in all areas of our lives
Less visible

24. Aspects of an individuals diversity
Examples: Economic class, education, geographic location, language, life experience, military experience, marital status/domestic partner, parental status, religion, and values

25. The Workplace Perspective
Inclusion of diversity from current and past experiences in the work environment
Examples: Your level of autonomy, empowerment, decision making authority, and functional level or classification

26. 1.8. Describe the concept of the four layers of diversity
Personality: All aspects of personality
Internal: Aspects not easily changed
External: Aspects that can be altered
Organizational: Past and current experiences

27. 1.9. Illustrate the concept of primary and secondary dimensions of diversity
Primary dimensions:
Unalterable or easy to change
Together shape basic self-image and fundamental view of world
Form core of expectations of others in personal and work life
Filters that change and modify life’s experiences

28. Secondary dimensions:
Important in shaping us and have measure of control to any change
Serve as independent influences on self-esteem and self-definition
Influences vary with who we are or stage in life, and changes experienced

29. 1.10. Explain “Fairness vs. Equal Treatment”
Many people think that fairness means treating everyone the same. How does treating everyone the same work for a diverse staff?

30. 1.11. Summarize the past, present, and future dimensions of diversity

31. End of Unit 1

32. Unit Goal 2.0. To examine one’s own cultural diversity and how your identity impacts your relationships with others
“Cultural landscapes testify to the creative genius, social development, and the imaginative and spiritual vitality of humanity. They are part of our collective identity.”
UNESCO

33. 2.1. Define the term culture
Values, beliefs, and behaviors common to a large group of people to include:
Shared language
Folklore
Ideas and thinking patterns
Communication styles
Similar “truths” and life expectations

34. The definition of culture includes:
Body of learned beliefs, traditions, principles, and guides for behavior that are shared among members of a particular group
Culture serves as a road map for both perceiving and interacting with the world
It is not inherited but instead shaped by the social context in which we learn

35. 2.2. Discuss the Cultural Perspective
Comprised of core elements that help define us as individuals
Examples:
Economic class
Education
Geographic location
Language
Life experience
Military experience
Marital Status/Domestic Partnership
Parental Status
Religion
Values

36. 2.3. Explain where our “cultural programming” comes from
Culturally programmed by age 3
Born into culture and programmed in our belief system
Acceptance without question

37. Additionally:
Culture determines our behavior and attitudes
No one is culture free
Most cultural rules are never written
We interpret other people’s behavior through our own cultural software

39. 2.4. Describe your cultural “road map” as it relates to your current behaviors and attitudes
Culture can be defined as the body of learned beliefs, traditions, principles, and guides for behaviors that are shared among members of a particular group. Culture serves as a “road map” for both perceiving and interacting with the world.

40. 2.5. Explain stereotypes and their role in cultural diversity
Misinformation
“Mental Tapes”
“Mental File Process

41. 2.6. List examples of “cultural rules”
Each culture sets expectations or “societal rules” for expected behavior
Cultural rules provide a framework for imparting meaning
We learn these rules as children
By following these rules we reduce conflict

42. Many of these rules become internalized subconsciously and enter our day to day behavioral actions. They become habits.
Examples:
Ethics and habits
Making friends or enemies
Sense of time and punctuality
Male/female roles and relationships
Manners and showing respect for others

43. These cultural rules are so ingrained that when we see someone violating or behaving contrary to one of these rules we interpret the behavior as wrong.
List some examples of these rules…

44. 2.7. Describe the strategies in building “cross-cultural competencies”
Effectiveness across national, state, organizational, team and interpersonal barriers
Successful cross-cultural players are generally flexible and possess a broad behavioral repertoire

45. 2.8. Demonstrate “cultural filters” on automatic
Cultural filters act in the following ways:
Automatic responses
Refer to our “mental file” instead of information gained from knowledge or experience
Reticular Activating System (RAS)

46. 2.9. Describe the Cultural orientation Model
Comprised of following qualities:
Environment
Time
Action
Communication
Space
Power
Individualism
Competitiveness
Structure
Thinking

47. 2.10. Discuss the development of Diversity Competence
These competencies consist of 4 areas:
Awareness
Knowledge
Skills
Action/Behavior

48. Awareness… Recognizing differences as diversity
Respect benefits of differences
Acceptance of differences
Understand historic effect

49. Clear sense of personal culture
Understand personal impact of organizational culture
Recognize similarities

50. Knowledge… Factual information Identify differences Exposure Learn
Explore

51. Skills… Take personal responsibility Point of view
Cross-cultural communication
Problem-solving
Conflict management
Work effectively

52. Action/Behavior…
Teach
Show patience
Develop personal plan

53. 2.11. Solve scenario problems on “culture clash”
Class Exercise

54. Better understanding Recognize Appreciation Point of reference
2.12. Summarize how culture relates to the dimensions of diversity model as described in Unit Goal I
Better understanding
Recognize
Appreciation
Point of reference
Convey message

55. TAKE A 15 MINUTE BREAK
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