Reverend Michael JS Carter
Author of Alien Scriptures: Extraterrestrials in the Holy Bible
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NEW! Cultural Awareness and Counseling Part One,
Video interview with Michael J.S. Carter
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The American workforce is changing rapidly and that includes health care as
well! A unique blend of various cultures, ideas, and perspectives can now be
found in our 21st century workforce, which by the way continues to grow at an
amazing rate. One must also keep in mind the number of baby boomers reaching
retirement age at this time in our nation’s history. Yes, the workplace (and the
times) “they are a changin”. The new leaders of today must be able to work in an
environment which requires them to not only be able to be competent when dealing
with issues surrounding race and gender, but these new leaders must be able to
deal with differences in culture, geography, and generational differences as
well. Not to mention plurality of thought. Emotional intelligence and
sensitivity is needed more now than ever.
How does one learn to do work well and survive in these challenging and exciting
times? By taking diversity classes! Workforce Diversity is a journey and we are
all at different places on the road to cultural competency. This is not about
being PC or politically correct. This is about being PC, also known as being
personally conscious. Mission Health System is committed to workforce diversity
and inclusion. Classes will be taught by Mission Health System Diversity Officer
Michael Carter. Come and assist us in making your workplace the welcoming and
inclusive work environment it was meant to be. You’ll also get to meet someone
new and exciting along the way—-Yourself!
Objectives of the Diversity Education Classes
· To Increase awareness that valuing diversity individually and institutionally
is an essential skill in the workplace and for the success of the institution.
· To learn about our personal biases and to risk going outside of our comfort
zones when dealing with other people and cultures. To be accountable for our
biases and to each other.
· To be more compassionate and understanding with ourselves and each other.
Diversity Education Classes
Is It Bias? Getting rid of bias is within our control but first we have
to know what it is when we see or hear it. We will learn how to identify subtle
biases within ourselves and others and how to defeat them.
Race, Ethnicity, Language, and Religion In the Workplace These are the
challenges of the 21st century workplace. Learn how to negotiate these
challenges for a more welcoming and effective workplace environment.
Age and Physical Ability. We are beginning to view these diversity
categories with fresh lenses. Let’s explore the workplace challenges and see
where we stand. In a society that at times is accused of “worshipping youth” we
will surely have an interesting discussion!
Gender and Sexual Orientation Issues. The title says it all. How are we
really treating women and employees of a different sexual orientation? The
challenges are real and cannot be shunned any longer.
Out Of The Past Highlighting the struggle of the Gay Community in these
United States. Told through the eyes of Kelli Peterson, a 17 year old high
school student in Salt Lake City, Utah. Ms. Peterson made history by forming a
Gay/Straight Alliance in her public school. Fascinating.
An Unlikely Friendship The film explores the relationship that develops
between a Civil Rights worker and a Knight of The Ku Klux Klan in 1970s Raleigh,
N.C.
Mixing Four Generations In The Workplace. Four the first time in
history four generations are in the workplace at the same time. How do we get
along?
Unnatural Causes Part 1.. What connections exist between healthy
bodies, healthy bank accounts, and skin color?
Unnatural Causes Part 5. Where you live predicts your health?
Ouch That Stereotype Hurts! How do speak with others when they have
made stereotypical comments to you or others whom you care about.
Ouch Your Silence Hurts. Inspires passive bystanders to use their voice
as active allies. Silence implies collusion.
The Eye of The Storm. After the assassination of Martin Luther King,
Jr. in April of 1968, a third grade teacher in an all white Christian small
town, teaches her class what it feels like to be discriminated against based on
physical characteristics of which one has no control.
Blue Eyed. A group of 40 teachers, police, school administrators and
social workers in Kansas City, African Americans, European Americans,
Latino/Latinas, women and men, come together for just a few hours to explore the
meaning of being labeled different. The blue eyed members of the group are
subjected to pseudo-scientific explanations of their inferiority, culturally
biased IQ tests, and blatant discrimination. In just a few hours grown
professionals become despondent, distracted, and stumbling over the simplest
commands.
Drop by Drop. How micro inequities and insensitivities can destroy a
workplace….drop by drop.
Coming Out! Voices of Gay and Lesbian Teens and their families.
Last Chance for Eden Part 1 Nine men and women begin an emotionally
charged conversation about how racism and sexism have affected their lives and
families. Powerful and not for the faint of heart.
Last Chance for Eden Part 2. The struggle continues.
The Way Home Part 1 Women from various cultures in this country talk
about sexism and racism. Eye opening.
The Way Home Part 2 The conversation continues.
Martin’s Lament: Race and Religion In America Why is 11am on Sunday
Morning still the most segregated hour in America.
Cultural Competency: Just Good Healthcare Learning how health care
institutions and their staff work with diversity in order to give patient
centered care.
Four Generations: The Greatest Potential For the first time in American
History 4 generations have converged in the workplace. How do we learn to work
together and respect one another?
Diversity Challenges: What Would You Do? Defining diversity and
understanding how to navigate through a diverse workforce are two very different
things. It is one thing to understand what diversity is, but it’s another to
hire and manage the human complexities of a diverse workforce…What would you do?
The DVD consists of two open ended scenarios to provide organizations, trainers
and employees with a tool to initiate discussion.
The Color of Fear, parts 1&2 The films need to be shown separately as
they are about an hour apiece. This is an award winning documentary about eight
North American men of Asian, European, Latino, and African descent, who spend a
weekend together talking about racism. What evolves is a dialogue that most of
us fear but hope will happen sometime in our lives. Not for the faint of heart.
The Color of Fear Part 3 This is a film about the struggle of the gay,
community to be understood in a predominately heterosexual society. The original
cast from the color of fear grapples with their fears and stereotypes of gays in
this country. Also discussed are the complexities of being male, the fears that
men have of each other, and their thoughts on same sex marriage. The film is
thought provoking, intimate, and painful. These stories have a need to be heard
and to be believed. Again, not for the faint of heart.
What’s in a Name? Diversity and Inclusion as Mission,
Please see the online version of my article by following this link:
http://diversityofficermagazine.com/historical-issues/whats-in-a-name/