DIVERSITY

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DIVERSITY
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Diversity

• Diversity refers to those human qualities that
  are different from our own and outside the groups
  to which we belong, yet are present in other
  individuals and groups.

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Dimensions of Diversity
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Session Objectives

• Recognize dimensions
• Differentiate assimilation and pluralism
• Identify benefits of pluralism
• Support diversity within Lions

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Primary and Secondary Dimensions
Differences that can be changed
Differences that cannot be changed
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Culture of Assimilation
Become like the majority
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Culture of Assimilation
Discourage individuality
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Culture of Pluralism
Accept and promote individuality
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Culture of Pluralism
Benefit from different ideas and perspectives
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The significant problems we face cannot be
solved by the same level of thinking that
created them.  
--Albert Einstein.
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Ways to Support Diversity

• Continue positive efforts
• Remove obstacles
• Support new measures

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Session Objectives

• Recognize dimensions
• Differentiate assimilation and pluralism
• Identify benefits of pluralism
• Support diversity within Lions