An Integrative Approach to Intercultural Competencies Development in a World of Interconnected Economies, Cultures and Identities

In a world of interconnected economies, cultures and identities global citizenship is strategically embedded into mission and vision statements as our academic and business environments become increasingly complex while we continue our work of building culturally inclusive spaces in a society that is socially just and civic. The challenge of today is no longer that of being globally aware. Learning about other cultures (having a cross-cultural approach) has not produced lasting positive impact academic institutions and businesses have been seeking. What is urgently needed is mindfulness about the variety of cultural codes and the competencies-based capability to purpusefully engage with those who respond to the same challenges and realities of today using different cultural codes. To discover creative and effective solutions to current and emerging challenges in the classroom, at workplace and beyond, what is needed is an authentic engagement into a mutually grounded intercultural experiential learning. This workshop (could also be in a format of a focused discussion or a presentation) educates individuals from different backgrounds to be mindful of cultural differences and equips participants with tools to successfully leverage diverse ways of thinking, communicating and working across a variety of cultural codes