Introduction to Diversity
"The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences... It is the exploration of these differences in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. It is about understanding each other and moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing and celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity contained within each individual."
(Retrieved from: http://gladstone.uoregon.edu/~asuomca/diversityinit/definition.html)
(Retrieved from: http://gladstone.uoregon.edu/~asuomca/diversityinit/definition.html)
Diversity includes the differences in age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious or political beliefs, socio-economic differences, etc.
Saskatchewan's schools are constantly changing. The diverse cultural backgrounds of Saskatchewan students change the classrooms around the province. Classrooms are gaining wonderful insight about the rest of the world and all children can benefit from the cultural diversity. |