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We all show up in places where the culture is different. To some people, culture might mean the traditions and behavior of another country. This might be important when thinking of political and economic systems for doing business. I want you to think of places where to you need to use cross-cultural competency on a community level. We belong to several communities which causes us to show up in different ways. For example, as someone's child, the way we behave in a parent's house is really different than the way you act when you are out with friends.

For this week's assignment, you will create a cross-cultural competency guide. You will identify a community that you are a part of and you will create a guide for how to navigate joining and participating in the community. Your guide will need to cover the following:

1. Title that tells what you are navigating. (Ex. How to be a responsible dog owner)

The community can be professional or personal. You can create a guide for cultural competency for a particular role like being a bride's maid, an event like company meetings, or a particular community like being in a chior.

2. Introduction: Introduce yourself as a member of the community. Note the role you play in the community, the length of time you have been a part of the community, and what qualifies you to give advice on navigating this community. You need to have experience in the community/ culture you are advising on. (ex, no Guide to Being a Billionaire)

3. Provide a summary of the culture of a particular community. (Ex: People who are dog lovers believe that dogs are a part of the family. This means that they include their pet in as many aspects of their lives as possible. People who consider themselves dog lovers take special care when it comes to their dogs in these particular areas: food, socialization, and exercise.)

4. Provide 4-6 areas of focus that reflect the attitudes and behaviors of the community culture. (Ex. People who consider themselves dog lovers are particular about their dog's food. They are aware of the ingredients in the food and tend to provide foods that are minimally processed and geared toward their dog's particular health needs.) This space could be a series of do's and don'ts (Do ask before petting someone else's dog. Don't offer treats to other dogs.) If you go this route, provide an explanation of why someone should or shouldn't do something.

5. Create a summary of how to become a part of the community. (Ex. Learn about dogs that have temperaments aligned with your lifestyle, purchase a dog, go to dog-related events and places, but provide examples.)

6. Close with one piece of advice that would encourage people to join your community.