Perspectives on Diversity and Culture

My mother (Respiratory Therapist) "Diversity mean different and Culture mean belief and behavior."

My Fiancé (Nuclear Insulator) "Culture is something that has been around for many years. For example, race, environment. It is also something you were born into, believe in, and do everyday"

My bestfriend (Extension Assistant for SCSU): "Diversity is different group of people and culture is different backgrounds or nationalities."

When I reviewed the definition above, I realize, these definitions are based on their own belief what culture and diversity mean to them. It is how they view culture in their world versus how other people may perceive culture and diversity. When I look back, I remember the panelist in one of the video stating that culture can be how you dress, the way you eat, your personality and even the way your posture may be.


When thinking of other people definition of culture and diversity, it has influenced me to accept other people views on culture and diversity. It has taught me that not everyone will consider culture or diversity the same, but they may all be similar. I have my views on culture and diversity and my interviewees have their opinion on culture and diversity. All that matters is that we respect each other views and backgrounds.