Diversity & Cultural Humility

Catalog description

Students in this course examine the theory, philosophy, and practice of working with diverse populations, with a focus on the interactions between individual and unique cultures within societies and organizations attempting to move toward equality and cultural humility. Students explore cultural issues and ethics related to economic disparity, power, privilege, and social justice. Students also explore the complex social, political, and related ethical challenges advanced human services professional practitioners face as they seek to meet the needs of diverse populations. Students will also develop self-awareness regarding their own feelings, assumptions, and behaviors in relation to others different from themselves and how these impact their personal values and belief systems. Through readings, case studies, and practical assignments, students engage in in-depth assessments of emerging or persistent ethical or social justice issues, through which they demonstrate their ability to empower, support, and connect service users with community resources to develop their cultural humility.