Cultural Competency is part of the quadrant of improving cultural intelligence. This training is different from Manchester Metropolitan’s course called ‘ Training: Becoming Culturally Competent’.

Cultural competency refers to the ability of individuals and organisations to work effectively, respectfully, and ethically across cultural contexts. In professional and educational settings, it encompasses:

• Cultural awareness – recognising one’s own cultural lens and biases.
• Cultural knowledge – understanding the histories, values, communication styles, and social realities of different cultural groups.
• Cultural skills – adapting behaviours, policies, and practices to ensure inclusivity and equity.
• Cultural humility – maintaining an ongoing commitment to learning and self-reflection.

In contemporary practice, cultural competency moves beyond symbolic inclusion toward structural change, embedding Indigenous perspectives, addressing systemic inequities, and fostering culturally safe environments.

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