"Award-winning social worker and diversity trainer Vivian Okeze-Tirado has developed the perfect tool to increase and develop your cultural competence. With practical, easy-to-implement steps for a wide range of professions, you can take active steps, empower people and take action against racism"-- Provided by publisher.

Intro -- D.I.V.E.R.S.I.T.Y. -- Cover -- Of related interest -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Contents -- Prologue -- Equality and Diversity -- What is Cultural Competence? -- D: Decide to be a Culturally Sensitive Practitioner -- I: Invite People to Talk about their Culture, Values, Beliefs and Experiences -- V: Value Service Users' History, Individuality and Differences -- E: Explore Clients' Realities and Show Curiosity -- R: Reflect on the Information and Knowledge Received -- S: Scrutinize Yourself -- Personal SWOT Analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) I: Identify Strategies to Aid Your Work -- T: Train Yourself to Treat People, Children and Families Individually -- Y: Yield to Culturally Sensitive Practice -- How Can Black People Collaborate in Promoting Anti-Racist Practices? -- A Letter to Readers -- Summary -- Professionals' Feedback -- About the Author -- Practical Help and Support for the Less Privileged -- Further Resources -- References