https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia and learning how to change it en-us 2019-10-26 14:21:56 UTC 2026-02-26 18:17:04 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4ad.png jspeer227 https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402887567 Race - A distinct population of people where physical characteristics show the difference between one another.
Ethnicity - The culture within a distinct population of people. It includes their language, nationality, heritage, religion, and way of presenting ones self.
Racism - The belief that a distinct group of people are inferior to other groups because of differences in skin color, cultural differences and behavior.
Prejudice - A belief that has been created without experience or knowledge. Typically seen as a negative.
Institutional Racism - Societal institutions that favor white people and restrict people of color.
Cultural Racism - The belief that ones culture is superior over another culture.
Stereotypes - A stigmatized image or idea.
Discrimination - The unjust treatment of people, generally fixating on race, age, and sexual identity.
White Privilege - Privileges given to white people over people of color.]]> 2019-10-26 14:54:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402887567 jspeer227 https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402887702 Experiential - Providers must realize that there may be a need for new means of action in order to relate to their clients. 
Freewheeling - Altering techniques and approaches that relate to their culture by utilizing different modes of intervention, using different tones of voice, and knowing the content of certain remarks.
Bilateral - Collaborating with a client to adapt to their cultural needs without biased opinions.]]> 2019-10-26 14:55:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402887702 jspeer227 https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402888353 Through the helping relationship, the helper learns information about different cultural dynamics and dimensions that should be inquired about when initially meeting the person in need of help. It is important to understand the client for who they are and what they stand for. You should know their age and the influences of current and past generations, developmental disabilities, religion and spiritual awakenings, ethnic, racial and sexual identity, socioeconomic status, national origin and heritage. 
The most important part about frameworks is understanding that your clients are human beings. They have valid thoughts and feelings, despite how society has portrayed them. You want your client to feel comfortable and engage in meaningful interactions in order to help them and move forward. It is important not to spend so much time focusing on the differences that you may see in your client and to engage with them to build a strong rapport to create a sense of comfort and security. There are a few different frameworks in in clinical work to utilize to gain a better understanding of the client. Not only are you helping the individual, but you are expanding your own knowledge as well. ]]> 2019-10-26 15:01:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402888353 jspeer227 https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402888457 The following dimensions are good to understand your clients ethnic and cultural background:
- Place of birth
- Generations within the United States
- Family roles / structure
- Fluent languages (at home and English)
- Economic status
- Educational background
- Traditions practiced within the home
- Religious affiliation
- Relationship patterns and patterns within the community
It is also important to decipher the psychological mindedness within the individual and their support system. Knowing the acculturation and seeing the attitudes from both the client and their family helps to give you a better idea of developing different resources to help.]]> 2019-10-26 15:02:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402888457 jspeer227 https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402888501 - Introduce yourself by the name you wish to be called and then ask your client what their preferred name is. This includes the pronouns they prefer to use. 
- Research different cultures and don't be afraid to ask questions. This line of open communication can help the client feel more at ease and accepted. 
- Establish a strong rapport and gain an understanding of what the client wants by listening to their own words.
- Explain what the helping process is as well as your expectations. Ask your client what their expectations are as well.
- Discuss short term and long term goals with the client.
Like any normal human being, your clients just want to be heard and feel safe and respected. If your vibe is off, your client may be able to sense that and may not want to open up to you. Would you open up to someone who didn't respect or understand you?]]> 2019-10-26 15:02:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402888501 jspeer227 https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402888782 Whether it is intentional or unintentional, providers will lose their clientele if culturally competent services are not being provided. If the client has a bad outlook on a certain provider, it can hinder growth within the individual as it will be more difficult to understand their goals without open communication and trust. If an institution has a reputation people practicing racism, then the individuals will look to the providers to change that. 
In order to prevent any negative feelings, a provider should be aware of any concerns a person may have. The provider should be interested in cultural values and should work to create goals in treatment planning. Understand that the roles of healing and helping differ between cultures and can be a long process, but quitting won't speed it up! Be patient and open minded while treating your clients with the utmost respect. Keep in mind that if you have culturally diverse clients, they have probably experienced some kind of hardship due to the ignorance of people outside of their culture. Be the change and help them realize they belong, too.]]> 2019-10-26 15:05:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jspeer227/uekg6n5h4aia/wish/402888782