Cultural diversity and information and communication impacts. Benefits, challenges, and the required managerial tools 2 advantages. Cultural diversity and information and communication. Cultural diversity also makes our country stronger. Diversity and cultural competence in australian organisations australia s cultural and linguistic diversity is increasing. April 2010 amac presented its advice and recommendations on cultural diversity policy to government in a statement titled the people of australia. Using 2011 census data, it looks at the countries of birth, ancestries, languages spoken at home, proficiency in spoken english and religious affiliations of western australians. The business case for managing cultural diversity 19 stages of diversity management 32 developing your own business case for managing cultural diversity 34 section 2. Diverse workforce diversity refers to the coexistence of people from various socio cultural backgrounds within the company.
Australian productivity and economic growth, attitudes towards our culturally diverse workforce are often. According to the 2016 census data, one third of australians were born overseas and nearly 50 per cent of australians have one or more parent born overseas. To the extent that it is practical, reference to these files shall be made. Applications of all job applicants are kept in a reserve file for a reasonable period. Shes also an awardwinning journalist and senior reporter at the abc. Almost onethird 31% of western australians were born overseas compared with 27% in 2006 and more than half 56% were australian citizens.
This section focuses on the ins and outs of effective multicultural service delivery, ensuring your culturally diverse customers access and receive highquality. The following guiding principles form the basis of the cultural diversity and inclusion plan. The economic advantages of cultural diversity in australia. Service delivery cultural diversity planning toolkit. Our cultural, linguistic and religious diversity migration and diversity have given wa a competitive edge in a globalised world. In contrast, collectivism is a tendency of people to belong to groups and to look.
The challenge is for council to contribute towards a common understanding and appreciation, that cultural diversity is one of the defining characteristics of a united, modern and progressive city. Cultural diversity in australia cultural diversity in australia. Pdf australians views on cultural diversity, nation and migration. It is important that australian businesses acknowledge the. This questionnaire is intended to help identify your cultural competence training needs. It argues that australia and canada are the most receptive to immigration among western nations. Cultural diversity is the quality of diverse or different cultures, as opposed to monoculture, the global monoculture, or a homogenization of cultures, akin to cultural decay. Attitudes to multiculturalism and cultural diversity 93 these surveys elicited positive responses in the range 7080 per cent. The three core elements that have been central to the creation of australias demographic composition encompass the diversity of her indigenous population, colonization by british in the past and the extensive immigration from numerous diverse cultures. South australian multicultural and ethnic affairs commission. Cultural competence refers to the ability to work in ways that recognize and respect culturally based patterns of behavior and the cultural strengths associated with people and ethnic communication different than your.
The communication cards depict a wide range of daily activities and situations and can be used to prompt discussion, assist with directions, clarify a clients needs, etc. Fact, australia is the most ethnically diverse country in the world. Governance implement quality governance practices that will support cultural diversity to flourish. Australia has 100 religions and 300 ethnic groups in our cultural melting pot. Cultural diversity is a subject that has been getting growing attention not just internationally but also in sweden in the 21st century.
Since 1945, almost seven million people have migrated to australia. It is important to note that people from the same cultural group often hold different views and often do things in different ways to one another. Pdf cultural diversity and differences in crosscultural. We are home to the worlds oldest continuous cultures, as well as australians who identify with more than 270 ancestries. Governments unwavering support for a culturally diverse and. Managing crosscultural diversity a challenge for present and future organizations subhash c. With nsw being one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse states in australia, it is more important than ever that service delivery is easy and accessible for culturally diverse audiences and communities.
See also pdf file inclusion and diversity strategy 5b. The globalization of economies and the migration has dramatically increased opportunities while also affecting organizations in a manner that it. Although only a small portion of a countrys overall cultural heterogeneity occurs between groups, we. The three core elements that have been central to the creation of australia s demographic composition encompass the diversity of her indigenous population, colonization by british in the past and the extensive immigration from numerous diverse cultures. This rich, cultural diversity is one of our greatest strengths. Pdf cultural diversity in australian medical education.
Mar 26, 2017 the country considers the rich cultural diversity as its main strength which embodies its national identity. Management of cultural differences has become more important for creating advantages and getting competitive edge. Cultural diversity 2014 3 positive developments most new migrants say they feel a strong sense of belonging to australia and that this feeling deepens over time. For example cultural competence training, wheelchair access, information in multiple languages. Attitudes to immigration and cultural diversity in. Stephen butler, cochair of the businesshigher education forum, believes diversity is an invaluable competitive asset robinson 2002.
Cultural diversity is strengthening our community 3 cultural diversity and social cohesion support for multiculturalism recent research by the scanlon foundation indicates strong support for multiculturalism in australia, with 85% of people agreeing that multiculturalism has been good for australia. Cultural diversity also makes our country stronger and better able to compete in the new global economy. Attitudes to multiculturalism and cultural diversity. It is important to note that people from the same cultural group often hold different views and often do things in. Cultural diversity policy page 4 of 6 hr po020 version 1. Australian way of life was the ideal to be followed. Despite the known benefits of cultural diversity for. Although only a small portion of a countrys overall cultural heterogeneity occurs. Face the facts home australian human rights commission. The phrase cultural diversity is also sometimes used to mean the variety of human societies or cultures in a. Antoinette lattouf media diversity australia antoinette lattouf is the cofounder of media diversity australia, a notforprofit organisation that promotes balanced cultural representation in news media. The unique history of australia has led to it having one of the most culturally diverse populations in the world today. Australian society now contains a rich array of cultures.
This policy recognises the amazing breadth and diversity of australian society, and reaffirms the. Attitudes to immigration and cultural diversity in australia. This table outlines key areas of diversity, beside each key area outline their characteristics. Australia boasts of a unique history that has been shaped by the diversity of her inhabitants, their lifestyle and contemporary culture. Diversity as a business advantage august 23, 2017 10. The 2011 australian census affirmed that australia is a diverse nation and. Australia has adopted an inclusive model of multiculturalism where migrants can belong to. Multicultural affairs department of the premier and cabinet. Australia moves into the new millennium, major issues will include those of cultural diversity and shared values.
Cultural diversity makes our country richer by making it a more interesting place in which to live. Almost 25 percent of the residents of this country were born in another country with numerous others being descendants of refugees or immigrants. Australias diversity is a source of national strength and an asset to australian industries. Religion,cultural diversity andsafeguarding australia. Attitudes to multiculturalism and cultural diversity anu press. Cultural diversity and differences in crosscultural project teams. The phrase cultural diversity can also refer to having different cultures respect each others differences. The survey gauged australians attitudes toward cultural diversity, intolerance of specific groups, immigration, perceptions of angloceltic cultural privilege, and. There are major facts and trends that maneuver this in the beginning of this century. A multicultural australia a multicultural australia defines.
Cultural diversity is defined by the expression of life in australia through ethnicity, age, gender, sexuality, politics, philosophy, religion, disability, community identity and subcultural activity. Just think how boring a meal would be without chinese, mexican, japanese, italian, german, french or indian food. Cultural diversity is a growing phenomenon that has increased attention and importance in the 21 st century. Antoinette lattouf is the cofounder of media diversity australia, a notforprofit organisation that promotes balanced cultural representation in news media. Aboriginal and torres strait islander cultural capability. Australia and india tend to have greater support for protestant work ethic, individual decisionmaking, and promotions on the basis of market value. The selection of projects featured in this report was conducted jointly by representatives of the australia council, unesco bangkok and the researchers from the institute for culture and society. Queensland health aboriginal and torres strait islander cultural capability framework 2010 2033 3 foreword i acknowledge and pay respect to aboriginal and torres strait islander elders, people, consumers and staff, past and present, on whose land we provide health services to all queenslanders. Mar 26, 2017 australia boasts of a unique history that has been shaped by the diversity of her inhabitants, their lifestyle and contemporary culture. Cultural and linguistic diversity refers to people to identify with particular groups based on their birthplace, ethnicity, language, values, beliefs or world views 2012, kids matter.
Introduction culture is a word with many shades of meaning. The department of the premier and cabinet is responsible for the development of multicultural policies and programs and the promotion of cultural diversity in south australia. This article considers australian attitudes to immigration and cultural diversity. In recognition of the need to build a stronger, more sustainable, equitable and inclusive organisation, uniting developed a 3year cultural diversity strategy 20172020 that governs a wholeoforganisation approach to diversity and inclusion. The unesco universal declaration on bioethics and human rights makes reference to cultural diversity in article 12, entitled respect for cultural diversity and pluralism. The queensland health aboriginal and torres strait islander cultural capability framework 2010 2033 is a genuine step forward. Culture develop a university environment which values and supports cultural diversity. Today, australias population of about 23 million is one of the most interesting and. Cultural diversity policy national museum of australia. Communication cards centre for cultural diversity in ageing. This statement recognises that cultural diversity is one of our. Managing diversity is a key component of effective people management in the workplace black enterprise 2001. Cultural and language diversity fact sheet western sydney australia 448,391 population 23. This profile tells the story of western australias cultural and linguistic diversity.
The three main reasons for the australia of today are the aboriginal native population, colonization by england, and immigration from many different countries and cultures. The three core elements that have been central to the creation of australias demographic composition encompass the diversity of her indigenous population, colonization by british in the past and the extensive immigration from numerous diverse. Cultural diversity is strengthening our community 3 cultural diversity and social cohesion support for multiculturalism recent research by the scanlon foundation indicates strong support for multiculturalism in australia, with 85% of people agreeing that multiculturalism has. In 2007, in response to the proposition that accepting immigrants from many different countries makes australia stronger, 69 per cent were in agreement.
Cultural diversity, communication, learning, cultural stratifications 1. May 06, 2019 for example cultural competence training, wheelchair access, information in multiple languages. Today, australia s population of about 23 million is one of the most interesting and diverse populations in the world. Diversity council australia defines cultural diversity as the variation between people in terms of how they identify on a range of dimensions including ancestry, ethnicity, ethnoreligiosity, language, national origin, race, andor religion.
It will provide queensland health with the foundation and guidance to deliver sustainable. Thus, in contrast to a commonly held view, ethnic and cultural diversity are unrelated. Unique facts about australias diversity in 1945, there was the legislation of the racial discrimination act. Cross cultural communication 36 understanding culture and cultural diversity in australia 37. Today, australias population of about 23 million is one of the most interesting and diverse populations in the world. The average of 25 surveys conducted in australia in the period 19992010 finds 52% in support of the current immigration level or in support of an increased intake. Australia has adopted an inclusive model of multiculturalism where migrants can belong to australia while keeping their original culture and traditions. Cultural diversity includes but is not restricted to. Identity and cultural diversity are important topics in themselves and in english they are implicated in key ideas such as subjectivity, perspective, empathic and critical reading, understanding the context of creation of and response to texts, language variation, power. Managing cultural diversity training manual 7 2010 australian multicultural foundation designed by robert bean consulting.
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