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NY Times-Breaking News Thou shall not pass!!! Shoes off or no party for you 🤨 This goes deeper than just shoes. It’s one of those: what cultural values does one hold as an #immigrant that must be dropped to be “integrated” into an adopted country? How many non-American cultures expect guests to take off their shoes? It’s customary in parts Asia and Africa. And some parts of Europe. An article that needed a #diversity and #inclusion input before #publishing.

Today is the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, or Diversity Day! 🙌🏽 From UNESCO: “Held every year on 21 May, the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development celebrates not only the richness of the world’s cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development.” We really need to think about diversity in an intentional and inclusive way and increase the potential for dialogue across difference if we’re going to make the world a better place. Here are my thoughts for the day that’s in it! #diversityday #diversity #culturaldiversity #dialogue

May Cultural Diversity Day serve as a reminder of the importance of embracing diversity and promoting intercultural dialogue for a more tolerant and cohesive global community. Orbis Vacation wishes you a World Cultural Diversity Day #CulturalDiversityDay #EmbraceDiversity #InterculturalDialogue #GlobalCommunity #CohesiveSociety

International Mother Language Day! Learn about its rich history, significance, and this year's theme.📚🌐 Explore more on our website 👉https://shorturl.at/cqFGM #MotherLanguageDay #CCJK #culturalheritage #diversity #LanguageMatters

The 21st of May marks the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue & Development Uniting individuals with diverse backgrounds, civilizations, and customs. #NXDT #UN #culturediversity #CulturalDiversityDay #Globalgoals #culture #Globalimpact #diversity #Sustainabledevelopment

Understanding Cultural Differences: Keys to Being Better Global Citizens Explore the importance of embracing cultural diversity and fostering understanding for a harmonious world. Discover how different ways of living and growing shape our perspectives, and why it's crucial to become better global citizens. Join the conversation on embracing diversity today. Watch now - https://lnkd.in/gE6Kvgbg #CulturalDiversity #GlobalCitizenship #EmbracingDifferences #CulturalAwareness #HarmoniousWorld #InclusivityMatters #CrossCulturalUnderstanding #EmbraceDiversity #CulturalPerspectives #UnityInDiversity

Assunta Morrone explains how First Nations People were excluded with the introduction of the Multicultural Policy. Just Gold has partnered with Myriad Kofkin Global to bring you Think Voice, a conversation with guest speakers and multicultural affairs experts from diverse backgrounds taking part in a facilitated conversation on issues of connection between multicultural communities and First Nations peoples. #Yes23 #WeAreJustGold #MyriadKofkinGlobal #ThinkVoice #UluruStatement Yes23

Today, we join the global community in celebrating the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. This special day highlights the immense value of intercultural conversations and the vital role they play in fostering understanding, peace, and prosperity. Cultural diversity is about engaging in meaningful dialogue that bridges gaps and builds stronger, more inclusive communities. Why Intercultural Conversations Matter: 🔹 Fostering Understanding: Embracing intercultural dialogue helps to break down stereotypes and misconceptions, paving the way for mutual respect and understanding. 🔹 Driving Innovation: Diverse perspectives fuel creativity and innovation, leading to richer problem-solving and decision-making processes. 🔹 Strengthening Relationships: By learning from each other’s experiences and backgrounds, we can form deeper, more meaningful connections both personally and professionally. 🔹 Promoting Peace: Dialogue is a powerful tool for conflict resolution, helping to address issues of inequality and injustice through peaceful means. We are dedicated to promoting cultural diversity through our programs and initiatives. We encourage all organisations and individuals to actively participate in intercultural dialogues, fostering environments where every voice is heard and valued. Let’s celebrate our differences and commit to continuous learning and open conversations. Together, we can create a world where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is a reality for all. #CulturalDiversity #Dialogue #Inclusion #Diversity #WorldDayForCulturalDiversity #InterculturalConversations

Today is World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development—a day to celebrate "...not only the richness of the world’s cultures, but also the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development," according to the UN. Never has cultural diversity been more essential than now. Cultural diversity enriches our lives, broadens our perspectives, and allows for mutual understanding. It's no longer enough to "accept" diversity. We must embrace it and use it to nurture a collective sense of being—one that centers around the human experience and unity, not around division. The human spirit is meant to be shared! Embrace curiosity, foster community, and lift up those who need it. #WorldDayForCulturalDiversityForDialogueAndDevelopment #CulturalDiversity #Culture

Tolerance, inter-cultural dialogue, and respect for diversity are more essential than ever in a world where peoples are becoming more and more closely interconnected." In today’s globalized world, where people and cultures are more interconnected than ever before, the importance of tolerance, intercultural dialogue, and respect for diversity cannot be overstated. As we navigate through a rapidly changing landscape, it is crucial that we recognize the value in embracing our differences and fostering understanding between individuals from different backgrounds. Tolerance refers to the willingness to accept others with differing beliefs, practices, an lifestyles. It involves being open-minded and non-judgmental towards those who may have viewpoints or ways of life that differ from our own. Invite us to engage your group - info@expandingbondaries.org #culturaleducation #culturalawareness #diversityeducation #multiculturalism #inclusiveeducation #globalcitizenship #socialjusticeeducation #culturalcompetence #culturalintelligence #toleranceandeducation #embracingdiversity #promotinginclusion #interculturallearning #respectingdifferences #culturallyresponsivepedagogy #equitablelearningopportunities #teachingtolerance.