DEFINITION: The ability to navigate and better understand diverse cultures and global dynamics as well as to promote global diversity and equity.

LOOKS LIKE:

• respect personal and cultural differences and be aware of the diverse needs, feelings and views of others
• awareness of your own and others’ multiple identities
• understand how power and privilege are related to social and cultural identities, including one’s own.
• demonstrate knowledge of the significance of Aboriginal culture, identity and community and its contribution to the UBC student experience.
• understanding how world issues may affect society and people’s lives
• identify and challenge the implicit and explicit stereotypes and/or discrimination expressed by others and self.
• think and act in socially and ecologically just manner.

REFLECTIVE QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER:

• Have I asked people questions about their culture, customs and views?
• How have my life experiences, cultural background, education, belief systems influence my worldview?
• How do I feel when I’m asked to speak to one specific part of my identity?
• In what ways do I positively contribute to my community?
• What do I know about the Aboriginal community on campus? How do I, as a peer leader, work with the Aboriginal community on campus?
• Am I aware of any misconceptions or stereotypes of others that inform my interactions?
• In what ways do I positively contribute to my community?
• What is one way an ecological lens can inform my experience at UBC?