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This handout explores the importance of diversity in our communities, detailing key concepts such as gender, ethnicity, age, culture, religion, and class. Each individual is shaped by a unique constellation of personal qualities, contributing to the rich tapestry of our social fabric. Through understanding and appreciating these differences, we can foster a more inclusive society. The examples provided illustrate how even small groups, such as families, can display diversity, highlighting both commonalities and differences that enrich our interactions.
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Equality & Diversity Unit 1 : Living in a diverse world Learner Handouts
Gender. A person’s behavioural characteristics associated with being male or female. Ethnic Group. The group with which you share a common cultural identity (the country you come from, physical appearance, language, attitudes and values). Age. The number of years a person has lived. Culture / Subculture. A shared cluster of beliefs, likes, dislikes and behaviours that define a particular social group. Religion. A person’s system of faith and worship. Class. The socio-economic group that a person belongs to. Similar & Different The word diverse means different and varied. In any town or village in the UK, you will find that people are different and varied in lots of ways. Some of the categories include:
Personal Qualities There are so may variations between people that we end up with diverse individuals, groups and communities. Each person has a unique set of qualities that makes them different from all other people and they have certain qualities that are similar to other people. In this example, you can see a very simple comparison of Hannah and her family. You should be able to see that she has similarities and differences with these people. So, even in a small family group, there can be some genuine diversity.
