MedicPrincess
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Gimme a Break!! People need more to do.
Throughout the year, there are a wide range of admirable diversity observances that acknowledge the contributions and unique traditions of certain segments of the population - African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, Native Americans, women, gays and lesbians, and those who are disabled, among others. Until now, there has been no designated time to celebrate the wide range of diversity that not only recognizes certain groups, but goes beyond and reaches out to everyone...because we are all unique.
Celebrate Diversity Month (August 15 through September 15), a proposed national observance, celebrates ALL the diversity that exists within our workplaces, schools, and communities. As our communities evolve, and we continue to better understand the unique needs that come with these changes to our patients, employees, physicians and business partners, think about the six key tenets of Celebrate Diversity Month and what they mean to you:
Dedicate time to learning about the diversity surrounding you.
Appreciate our differences and similarities by exploring cultural celebrations and significant life events of others.
Build connections with those you don't usually get the opportunity to know.
Include everyone. Each of us represents unique dimensions of diversity. Our uniqueness is our difference.
Recognize that one person does not represent an entire group - great variation exists within all groups.
Realize that we each have the power to create a better world by reaching out across differences one person at a time.
By recognizing and embracing diversity, we will gain a deeper understanding of each other and develop a greater sense of connection.
For more information on Celebrate Diversity Month, visit the Celebrate Diversity Month website
Throughout the year, there are a wide range of admirable diversity observances that acknowledge the contributions and unique traditions of certain segments of the population - African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, Native Americans, women, gays and lesbians, and those who are disabled, among others. Until now, there has been no designated time to celebrate the wide range of diversity that not only recognizes certain groups, but goes beyond and reaches out to everyone...because we are all unique.
Celebrate Diversity Month (August 15 through September 15), a proposed national observance, celebrates ALL the diversity that exists within our workplaces, schools, and communities. As our communities evolve, and we continue to better understand the unique needs that come with these changes to our patients, employees, physicians and business partners, think about the six key tenets of Celebrate Diversity Month and what they mean to you:
Dedicate time to learning about the diversity surrounding you.
Appreciate our differences and similarities by exploring cultural celebrations and significant life events of others.
Build connections with those you don't usually get the opportunity to know.
Include everyone. Each of us represents unique dimensions of diversity. Our uniqueness is our difference.
Recognize that one person does not represent an entire group - great variation exists within all groups.
Realize that we each have the power to create a better world by reaching out across differences one person at a time.
By recognizing and embracing diversity, we will gain a deeper understanding of each other and develop a greater sense of connection.
For more information on Celebrate Diversity Month, visit the Celebrate Diversity Month website
