Of the various definitions and interpretations presented by the National Center for Cultural Competence, which do you most agree or align with?  Explain why.

 

& Curricula Enhancement Module Series Additional Info Cultural and Linguistic Competence: Rationale, Conceptual Frameworks, Cultural Awareness Cultural Self-Assessment The Process of Inquiry - Communicating in a Multicultural Environment A project of the National Center for Cultural Competence Public Health in a Multicultural Environment Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development FAQs Glossary Definitions of Cultural Competence Resources Home Modules Overview and Purpose of There is no one definition of cultural competence. Definitions of cultural competence have evolved Module Series from diverse perspectives, interests and needs and are incorporated in state legislation, Federal statutes and programs, private sector organizations and academic settings. The seminal work of Cross et al in 1989 offered a definition of cultural competence that established a solid foundation for the field. The definition has been widely adapted and modified during the past 15 years. However, the core concepts and principles espoused in this framework remain constant as they are viewed as universally applicable across multiple systems. Search Site Map A number of definitions and descriptions of cultural competence were reviewed to compile the selected list. The following definitions of are highlighted because they represent or are based on original and exemplary work and because of their potential impact to the field of health and human services. Cross et al, 1989 Cultural competence is a set of congruent behaviors, attitudes, and policies that come together in a system, agency or among professionals and enable that system, agency or those professions to work effectively in cross-cultural situations.