Cultural sensitivity

To work in diverse settings, a healthcare professional needs cultural sensitivity and awareness. Who is the client and where does he come from? What is your culture and cultural identity? Do you have prejudices and use stereotypes? The professional must gather knowledge about different cultures and specific points of interest. With this knowledge, they can develop intercultural competencies, and if they master these competencies, healthcare professionals can work with cultural sensitivity. They can provide appropriate care to clients from all kinds of backgrounds.

Bron: Intercultureel Vakmanschap in de zorg (2013) – Kennisbundel. Vilans, Trimbos instituut, ZonMw, V&VN, Calibri.