Cultural Awareness, Effective Communication, Inclusivity
Introduction
This activity helps you improve cultural sensitivity and adaptability in your mentoring. You’ll use cultural scenario cards that describe different situations, such as a mentee avoiding eye contact or being hesitant to share feedback. By reflecting on each scenario, you’ll consider how to adapt your communication to make the mentee feel
comfortable and respected.
Through this exercise, you’ll build a set of strategies for handling diverse cultural interactions. You’ll become more aware of cultural differences, approach situations with understanding, and confidently foster an inclusive mentoring environment.
Process
Below, you’ll find a set of cultural scenario cards with short descriptions of different communication styles. You can view, download, or print them for easy use.
Choose a Card: Pick a card, read the scenario, and think about your first reaction. For example, if a mentee avoids eye contact, do you assume they are disengaged or uninterested?
Consider Cultural Differences: Think about cultural factors that might explain the mentee’s behavior. Use your knowledge or a guide to understand why certain behaviors are normal in different cultures.
Plan Your Response: Write down how you would respond to the mentee in this situation, focusing on adapting your communication to make them feel
comfortable and respected.
Practice with More Cards: Repeat the process with different cards to build your skills and become more adaptable in cross-cultural mentoring.
Outcome
This activity helps you develop cultural awareness and learn how to adjust your communication style to create an inclusive and supportive mentoring environment.
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