Read the following scenario and explain how would respond by answering the questions that follow. Indicate in the space provided which question you are answering.

Source: The Big Picture (Kearns, 2016: pg 233)

Educator Norah is a Murri woman. She enjoys sharing her culture with the children and her colleagues in her service. She feels proud that she has contributed to a better understanding of her people.

Norah is an active member of her community. She contributes to and participates in a range of social and cultural activities. Norah has been granted a week of special leave to assist in planning activities for National Sorry Day. The centre director is extremely concerned when he hears educators Jack and Kate discussing the unfairness of Norah being granted special leave. "I don't know why they have Sorry Day anyway," the director hears them complain. "It's time they moved on!"

Later that day, the director calls Jack and Kate into his office to address the issue.

a)If you were in the position of the centre director, describe how you would address the comments made by Jack and Kate and assist them to develop their cultural competence.

b)What are the benefits of a culturally safe workplace for educators?

c)What ethical values and principles does this scenario highlight for you?