Cross Cultural Relationship Handbook by Eddie Kaufman https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships Share a resource that you find particularly interesting, relevant, or useful related to successful dating, so collectively we can create a handbook that the entire class can use to date more confidently. This is your chance to be the dating expert, find something tool or resource that you want to share with the class about dating- it could be a book, article, website, PDF file, video, or just your own tips or recommendations to share. Include a BRIEF comment about why you think it's a good resource for others. At the end, please include "Contributed by: Your Name". Feel free to add comments to other's posts too (but keep it as brief as possible). Enjoy! en-us 2018-02-20 06:37:51 UTC 2026-05-26 04:01:15 UTC hello@padlet.com Padlet ekaufman3 https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/233139292 Think of Padlet as a digital canvas to create beautiful projects that are easy to share and collaborate on. Collect your ideas through text, link, images, videos, and more. Sign up for a FREE account. To learn to use Padlet, watch the video below
Contributed by: Eddie Kaufman]]> 2018-02-20 06:42:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/233139292 Dating Jewish men ekaufman3 https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/233139802 I read this list about things to keep in mind is you are dating a Jewish man, and I related to over 20 of them. 
Contributed by: Eddie Kaufman]]> 2018-02-20 06:46:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/233139802 South Asian LGBTQ Groups in North America Disappointed with India’s Supreme Court Ruling, Recriminalizing Homosexual Sex https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3876404823 This article is from the Bay Area chapter Trikone, a LGBTQ+ organization for people of South Asian descent, on their reaction towards India legalizing gay marriage then overturning it a day later. Homosexuality has eventually been decriminalized in India however gay marriage is still illegal. Gay marriage continues to be illegal in other countries with a large Indian diaspora such as Fiji, Mauritius, and Trinidad. -Deepak Singh

]]> 2026-04-21 00:56:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3876404823 Greek Men Made Simple: A Beginner's Guide to the Greek Male https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3879889222 As a Greek, it’s funny to see how some people view us: charming, elusive, maybe a bit dramatic. It offers humorous advice on navigating romance, avoiding offensive behavior, and handling big personalities. This book from the `80s playfully exaggerates those stereotypes, making it a fun read from an insider’s perspective, and a chance to chuckle at the myths people build around us.

Contributed by: Aaron Caramanis

]]> 2026-04-22 15:50:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3879889222 The Joy Luck Club - Amy Tan https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3882246868 As a Chinese who immigrated to SF as a young child, this book does an incredibly accurate job for capturing the tension between Chinese immigrant values and American-raised perspectives. It particularly captures the pressure to honor your parent's sacrifices, family expectations, and emotional expression, which are things that directly shape how I show up in relationships. This is an easy an engaging read that can give someone outside the culture an understanding into why Chinese family dynamics are the way they are.


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Kyden Mei

]]> 2026-04-24 00:28:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3882246868 Navigating Gay Relationships with Cultural Differences https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3883678032 A lot of what I wrote this week I also found here. Having a curious mindset has helped me explore cultures and identities I don't identify with a drive and passion to learn, understand, and get to know. I highly recommend this read!

]]> 2026-04-24 22:37:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3883678032 Are you on a date with a Gay Muslim? https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3883722398 I was inspired by some of the other posts and I am curious about expanding my horizons on the dating scene. I think I could manage following these tips. Contributed by Thorsten A

]]> 2026-04-25 00:41:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3883722398 Closed, Open, or Something in Between: Navigating Love & Desire in Gay Relationships https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3884859441 Student: Ekema Martin


https://heightsfamilycounseling.com/blog/closed-open-or-something-in-between-navigating-love-desire-in-gay-relationships


While the majority culture still perceives monogamy as the primary structure for romantic relationships, over 55% of gay male relationships are non-monogamous. When I share this research data with many of my gay male clients, they often feel shocked that the number is not higher. They often feel like they are the only gay guy who seems to want monogamy and feeling pressures from many directions to be non-monogamous, even if they don’t want to be. My goal in writing this blog is to share a short snippet about various relationship styles to help gay men feel the freedom and confidence to explore whatever relationship structures and styles authentically fit them. I am not here to advocate for any specific relationship style as what is best for you, for me, for John Doe and Sally Sue are all going to be different—one size does NOT fit all.

]]> 2026-04-25 21:21:11 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3884859441 International Realities of Gay Dating https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3885738628 "I'm in Seattle, Where are you?" by Iraq's Mortada Gzar transports readers to life as a Gay male in 90s and 2000s Iraq. For those of us who grow up in "Western" countries, it can be difficult to fully grasp the realities of other Gay boys and men living in other countries with very intense reactions to Gay interactions on any level. This memoir indeeds follow a Gay Iraqi man and experiences with an American soldier. The book can be quite heavy, yet, wildly fascinating in its ability to portray a country with which the U.S had conflict and the day-by-day coming of age story of an Iraqi citizen. - Nhe'ghasi Ajani

]]> 2026-04-26 22:07:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3885738628 The Truth About Age Gaps https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3886097302 Sometimes cultural differences can arise from differences in each partner's generation. Understanding that age is not just a number and what it takes to make a relationship work can be invaluable.

Contributed by Ryan Kroeger

]]> 2026-04-27 03:00:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3886097302 Contributed by: Derek Thomas https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3886130243 A good resource for men seeking advice about dating interracially. He provides some good perspectives and tips for those considering dating and those currently in interracial relationships.

]]> 2026-04-27 03:19:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3886130243 Immigration as a gay couple https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3886333975 Summary / Why it’s useful:
When considering inter-ethnic relationship I think a related issue would be international couples.

This resource goes over common questions same-sex couples might have about marriage-based green cards and emphasizes that U.S. immigration law treats same-sex marriages the same as heterosexual marriages, as long as the marriage is legally recognized.
It also highlights unique challenges, such as proving a relationship is genuine when families may not be supportive or when couples face discrimination in housing or employment.

I think this is useful because it shows that cross-cultural or international relationships aren’t just about emotional connection—they also involve navigating legal systems, documentation, and potential social barriers. It makes clear how structural issues can impact relationships in very real ways.

Contributed by: Jerry Benzl

]]> 2026-04-27 05:39:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3886333975 Biracial Dating in a Monoracial Culture https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3891029945 It is a good resource for others because it explains how biracial identity can affect dating in a society that often sees race in narrow categories. It helps readers better understand issues of belonging, stereotypes, and the importance of being accepted fully in relationships. Contributed by: Legacy Doherty

]]> 2026-04-29 17:07:02 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3891029945 Novel about Interracial relationships https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3894627589 I like this novel because it displays some of the realities and missteps of interracial relationships. Gene Edmond

]]> 2026-05-03 02:30:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3894627589 https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3921049294 I found this great article where three men share their stories on how they navigated their queerness and typical hispanic culture. While it is specifically about dating I do believe that the culture of machismo instilled in hispanic men is one of the greatest hurdles to overcome and reconcile with for queer men as they discover who they are.

Contributed by Angel Rodriguez.

]]> 2026-05-20 01:58:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3921049294 Interracial Dating https://padlet.com/ekaufman3/crossculturalrelationships/wish/3922961542 I found this article and thought it was relevant, they emphasize having an open mind and keeping communication open. -Matt Dragomanovich

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