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Cultural Awareness
The study and understanding of differing cultures
is a critical part of living in a world that is
rapidly changing and becoming multicultural. Public
Safety officers are faced with new considerations
requiring increase sensitivity in performing their
duties, especially in high-stress, confrontational
contacts. The challenge for law enforcement, more
unique then in any other service profession, creates
a special need for understanding a pluralistic and
multicultural society. They need to know how to
use practical, cross-cultural strategies that emphasize
professionalism. This program will assist the public
safety officer with understanding professional behaviors,
which contribute to the self-esteem of the residents
of their communities and to positive interpersonal
relations within their organizations. |
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