Diversity vs CULTURAL DIVERSITY

People not Things

Milwaukee, WI – Saturday, January 29, 2011, ALL HANDS on DECK, WE, Not Me Initiative-Plan-Program caution leaders and neighbors about the “in vogue” uses of the word “diversity”.

We find that the word “diversity” is used frequently but it is a catch-all term to give the impression of inclusion but in actuality it dilutes the strength in the ever increasing saga of equity and social justice.

African Americans, other People of Color and the Work-Challenged must be clear about how they can invite discrimination and fail to advance their own causes. They are not to confuse or dilute the strength of their accomplishments of access, planning, decision making, implementing and inclusion by accepting the general definition - “variety, unlikeness and difference. When in doubt, ask.

Cultural Diversity is the answer. You need to hear/see the word “cultural” as well as ask for clarity to ensure that your culture is included.

By taking it to another level, we embrace people rather than things difference – race - global, recognize it, understand it, appreciate and maximize the benefits of all in a “cultural-synergy” effort RATHER THAN divisiveness, stereotyping, discrimination and alienation.

When in doubt, ask. PASS IT ON.