Cultural Diversity Services offers workshops, resources and tools which enhance intercultural competency within CCIS and the communities of Calgary and Southern Alberta.
Cultural Competence Educational Program
With continuous trans-national migration, global interconnectivity, communication and business, the acquisition of cultural competence is an essential attribute for providing service, interacting with, and navigating through, diverse cultures within our society while integrating different identities and perspectives. Cultural Competence is a learning commitment that facilitates socio-cultural adaptation and interaction in a dynamic society, recognizing different worldviews. Our Cultural Competence Program will help to embrace the rich dimensions of Canadian diversity- with respect and humility for individual uniqueness.
Our journey for diversity and inclusion continues under the new circumstances of COVID-19 and social distancing. To fulfill the journey, we have modified the format of our sessions to make them available online by request.
Sessions |
- Enhancing Cultural Sensitivity and Developing Cultural Competence
- Communicating and Interacting Across Cultures
- Transcultural Model for Fostering Inclusion
*The topics can be customized and the content can vary according organizational needs and specific work field.
Format |
Live on-line sessions of 1.5 -2 hours delivered through the Microsoft Teams platform. In-person sessions are available as well following safe policy and space for the participants.
The Presenter |
SINELA JURKOVA holds a PhD in Research Education and Adult Learning from the University of Calgary and an MA in Communication and Culture. Her areas of specialization include intercultural communication and competence, strategies for diversity, and theories and practices for inclusive education. She has published in academic journals and presented numerous workshops about cultural competency, ethnic diversity and integration, and has participated in international academic conferences related to the topics above. She has been involved in many non-profit organizations, advisory committees, local and international community initiatives and research projects. She is a member of national and international academic associations related to educational research, international comparative education, adult learning, international migration and ethnic studies.
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Services Provided
Cultural Diversity Resource Centre
A virtual and physical location where various web-links, articles, tools, books, and videos may be found and utilized. As well, a resource person is readily available to consult with you regarding cultural diversity issues and refer you to other programs and resources, if necessary.
Cultural Diversity Dialogues (Learning Circles)
Informal round-table conversations in which participants can network and discuss important issues surrounding cultural diversity; giving everyone a chance to learn from each others' experiences, challenges and triumphs.
Cultural Diversity Workshops
Workshops vary in content and length depending on the target audience. Topics may include self-awareness, culture dynamics, intercultural skills, communication, inclusion in the workplace, and many others.
Youth Cultural Ambassador Training (Y-CAT)
Cultural diversity training for youth within a school or community setting. This training provides youth with tools for self-reflection, inter-cultural communication, conflict resolution and acceptance of others.
Outreach to Ethnocultural Groups
Engaging and welcoming ethnocultural groups into the broader community through discussions on cultural diversity.