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Cultural Competency Workshop Series

Why Cultural Competency?
Over the last few decades, Minnesota’s demographics have been changing. Immigrants and refugees have been coming from all over the world and have settled throughout our state. Our 2008 Cultural Competency Workshop Series will help you learn more about these new members of our community and will build your understanding of the economic and cultural benefits they bring with them.

Who Should Attend: Early Childhood Educators, Community Organizers, Health Care Service Providers, K-12 Educators, Human Services Providers, City and County Employees and Faith Based Community Members.

All sessions held at Neighborhood House
179 Robie Street East, Saint Paul

August 12, 2008 | 6:00-7:00PM
Session 1 – Building Common Ground
This workshop allows participants to reflect on their own ancestry in an effort to build their understanding and help them overcome the challenges of reaching out to new immigrants and refugees.
Presenter: Renae Oswald-Anderson, Vice President of Community Building

September 16, 2008 | 6:00-7:00PM
Session 2 – An Introduction to Somali Culture and Family Systems
In this workshop you will learn about Somali history, culture, family systems, beliefs and practices. Participants will leave this training feeling more prepared to confidently engage their Somali clients, colleagues and neighbors.
Presenter: Abdimalik Askar, Training Manager

October 21, 2008 | 6:00-7:00PM
Session 3 – Latinos in Minnesota
In this workshop participants will enhance their knowledge about the history of Latinos in Minnesota, their demographic profile, future trends, and the challenges and opportunities Latinos create for our communities.
Presenter: Josh Becerra, Director of Cultural Enterprise

November 20, 2008 | 6:00-7:00PM
Session 4 – An Introduction to Hmong Culture and Family Systems
In this workshop you will learn about Hmong history, culture, family systems, beliefs and practices. Participants will leave this training feeling more prepared to confidently engage their Hmong clients, colleagues and neighbors.
Presenter: Vang Yang, Family Worker

December 16, 2008 | 6:00-7:00PM
Session 5 – The Refugee Journey
This workshop gives participants the opportunity to experience the refugee journey and build their understanding of the challenges and opportunities new refugees face after moving to a new land.
Presenter: Abdimalik Askar, Training Manager

Cost: $20 per session
Pre-Registration is Required
CEU’s Available

For More Information Contact: 651-789-2571 or trivera-prescott@neighb.org

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