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Identifying
Stereotypes |
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An
important first step you can take toward appreciating
and reaping the benefits of diversity is to become aware
of your own different levels of diversity, i.e., the four
layers of diversity. You started this with the exercise
"You
as a Culturally Diverse Entity," we introduced earlier.
Overcoming your own prejudices is a crucial next step.
Here are two more exercises to heighten your awareness
of your own stereotypes: "Stereotypes
and You" and "Similarities
and Differences." Stereotypes often stem lack of information,
so it is helpful to learn more about other cultures and
other groups. You can do this by:
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Interacting
with employees and colleagues from other groups |
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Reading
or watching programs about various cultures |
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Observing
without judging |
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Sharing
knowledge and experiences |
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Spending
time in other cultures |
You can introduce a discussion of diversity in your workplace
or classroom, focusing not only on identifying the stereotypes
and prejudices we all harbor, but on recognizing and appreciating
the benefits of diversity in the workplace. Here are two
more exercises you may find helpful to do yourself, and
to use in initiating a discussion with your peers: "Signs
of Stereotype and Prejudice at Work" and "Cross-Cultural
Team Building Scale."
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