Inclusivity, Interculture, Intelligence, Internet, and I (am a part of it)
The coronavirus pandemic has been causing a lot of distress to everyone. To us parents, it's even tougher, especially now that it has been months since the pandemic began. We have to deal with our children's emotional stress, anxiety, and fears, along with managing our own. With the role to keep our children safe and secure despite the uncertainty, we would like to share with you some tips to … [Read more...]
We are now in the digital age. We cannot deny how being "on the screen" can help our kids when it comes to development, education, communication, and entertainment. However, too much screen time and unmonitored usage is not good for our kids. We are faced with the challenge of managing children's screen time in terms of duration and the activities they do with their gadgets. In this post, … [Read more...]
I saw this YouTube video by NatGeo, which was shared and also reflected on by TransCultural Group. It's about the key to species survival. We know of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution that says "Survival of the Fittest." While the theory says "fittest", it does not actually mean the strongest. "Fittest" refers to the reproductive ability of the species, as well as their ability to … [Read more...]
Inclusive leadership, according to Employer’s Network for Equality & Inclusion (ENEI) of UK, means being aware of one’s own biases and preferences, but continues to seek out and take into account different perspectives for better decision making.” Aside from coming up with well-informed decisions, this type of diversity and inclusion (D&I) approach is very crucial to make employees feel … [Read more...]
US food equates to immigrant food. It is kind of ironic and maybe funny, but it's true. Unless you are talking about food that is being passed on by Native Americans, then it is immigrant food. The cuisine in the US is ever-evolving, just like America’s heritage. Chefs coming from different parts of the world immigrate to the US and share their cuisine of origin and … [Read more...]
Protests on social inequities have built pressure not only within communities, but also in workplaces to get serious about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The need to address such pressure would require a company to hire a Chief Diversity Officer (CDO). The role of the Chief Diversity Officer and its team would ensure carrying out its mission, which is to build a more diverse and … [Read more...]
There is no better time to teach children the value of cultural diversity than now. The values of acceptance, appreciation, and empathy that goes with embracing cultural diversity early on can help children become successful, happy, and compassionate individuals in the future. Some ways to help kids embrace cultural diversity include expanding your culinary horizons by trying dishes from … [Read more...]
Mental health can affect how your child behaves and your child's total well-being. As a parent, it is your role to provide your child with a healthy environment that will promote good mental health, detect signs of mental health problems, and take action when these signs are observed. Here are some key things to remember: You can nurture your child's mental health by creating a safe and … [Read more...]
Your children's teenage years can be really challenging for you as it is for your teens. It is in these years where there can be a lot of conflict going on between each other, but these years can also be a great time for you to nurture them to become responsible and well-rounded individuals. How do you deal with the challenges of raising teens? These tips should be of help: Show them your … [Read more...]
Changing schools can affect children in many ways. While we think it is favorable in such a way that they get to meet new friends and be in a new environment, changing schools can also negatively affect your children. Kids might find it hard to adjust to the different mode of teaching. Trying to meet new peers and establishing new relationships can also be traumatic for them. Studies show that … [Read more...]
