Suchergebnisse

chapter 1 Introduction: Why do public and nonprofit professionals need to be culturally mindful communicators? -- chapter 2 Understanding cultural differences -- chapter 3 Understanding the intercultural communication process -- chapter 4 Verbal communication -- chapter 5 Nonverbal communication -- chapter 6 What hinders culturally mindful communication? Stereotyping, prejudice, and social privilege -- chapter 7 Working in a multicultural team -- chapter 8 Working with multicultural stakeholders in the community -- chapter 9 Leading with culturally mindful communication.

Recognition of cultural changes in the US workforce has prompted many public sector organizations to take action to increase diversity and cultural awareness. Specific characteristics of diversity initiatives in local government organizations are not well documented. In this study, interviews were conducted with representatives from eleven local governments in the Willamette Valley region in Oregon. Through thematic analysis of the interview transcripts and other documents, this study catalogues types of diversity activities conducted by local governments and identifies key factors in the development and successful implementation of diversity initiatives.

Recognition of cultural changes in the US workforce has prompted many public sector organizations to take action to increase diversity and cultural awareness. Specific characteristics of diversity initiatives in local government organizations are not well documented. In this study, interviews were conducted with representatives from eleven local governments in the Willamette Valley region in Oregon. Through thematic analysis of the interview transcripts and other documents, this study catalogues types of diversity activities conducted by local governments and identifies key factors in the development and successful implementation of diversity initiatives. Adapted from the source document.