UndergradSkiller: Skill Set Map for Undergraduates and Their Educators

INTERCULTURAL COMPETENCIES

Diversity and Inclusion

Definition:

Diversity and inclusion involve recognizing, valuing, and actively supporting the participation of people with different identities, abilities, and experiences. These resources introduce the concepts of allyship, accessibility, and neurodiversity awareness.

Useful Resources on Diversity and Inclusion:

Lamont, A. (n.d.). The guide to allyship. https://guidetoallyship.com

Annotation: Guide on becoming a more thoughtful and effective ally. Covers what allyship involves, including transferring privilege, amplifying marginalized voices, and taking responsibility for self-education.

W3C Web Accessibility Initiative. (2025, March 13). Stories of web users. https://www.w3.org/WAI/people-use-web/user-stories

Annotation: Collection of fictional user stories from the W3C Web Accessibility Initiative illustrating how people with various disabilities use the web. Includes personas such as a reporter with limited arm mobility, a blind accountant using a screen reader, an autistic data entry clerk, and a color-blind online shopper.

Neurodiversity Hub. (n.d.). Neurodiversity resources for students. https://www.neurodiversityhub.org/resources-for-students

Annotation: Collection of resources for neurodivergent tertiary students. Covers transition to university, life skills, and work readiness. Primarily designed for autistic students but applicable to those with other neurodivergent identities.

Peer Review: None

Table of contents:

6.1. Intercultural Concepts and Models

6.2. Human Rights, Equity, and Anti-Discrimination
6.2.1. Human Rights Instruments
6.2.2. Equity Frameworks and Advocacy
6.2.3. Recognizing Bias
6.2.4. Addressing Racism and Discrimination

6.3. Diversity and Inclusion

6.4. Global Citizenship and Civic Engagement

6.5. Intercultural Dialogue and Communication
6.5.1. Understanding Cross-Cultural Communication
6.5.2. Language and Intercultural Dialogue

6.6. Multilingualism
6.6.1. Learning and Speaking Languages
6.6.2. Language Diversity and Policy

6.7. Intercultural Skills Development
6.7.1. Intercultural Courses and Training
6.7.2. Understanding Culture
6.7.3. Cross-Cultural Leadership and Communication

6.8. International Study Experience

 

Author: Leeanne Irwin

Peer Reviewer(s): None