"Start Seeing Diversity Video" Blog: Gender, Gender Identity, and Sexual Orientation

Being tolerant is an action that should be articulated from members of the society. This is so as we are living in a society that is diverse and uphold different beliefs, practices and values. Therefore, I would respond to a parent/family member who informed me that they did not want anyone who was perceived or reported to be a homosexual or transgenic to be caring for, educating or interacting with their child by stating to them that individuals who might or is pursuing such practices have a right to express their own beliefs. Secondly, its not everything that one perceives about another means that it is so, sometimes its just allegations that are passed about what him or her thinks about that particular individual. Third, not because the person who interacts with your child or is educating your child lives a particular lifestyle does not means that he or she will impart such acts on your child/children or family. Fifth, even if such perceptions are correct what should be the focus is that of the educating of your child/children because when it comes to be a professional one has to think about displaying cohesion among all so as to get the best results as possible. Sixth, cohesion, is an important factor in generating a positive group temperament, or climate, in which members take pride in the group, treat other with respect(O' Hair & Wiemann, 2012).

On numerous occasions I have heard homophobic terms being used as an insult by adults to a child as well as from a child to another child. From these experiences I can see the hurt and pain that develops of such instances. I can recall a colleague doing thus and the child has grown with the fear of others as he walks on the street . Sometimes he hides and wait until it is dark before he goes out. He has grown with so much stereotype wherein he doe not have enough friends because he is disliked. Therefore, in doing thus I strongly believe that it poses a very negative influence on all children.

Reference

O'Hair, D., & Wiemann, M. (2012). Real Communication: An Introduction. Bedsford, St.Martin's

Reflection and thank you

As I reflect being a part of this course, it was one that was very interesting and informative. I entered and felt like a blank slate but today, I am feeling knowledgeable about different aspects of the communication process. I am cognizant that collaboration is one of the most significant element that aids in having an effective and efficient communication amongst other people on a daily basis. Second, being a part of this course has opened my eyes to see that communication on a hold is a broad process that entails different point of views being that we are living in a diverse society.

However, I would want to thank all of my colleagues that I have worked with throughout  this course. Indeed your valuable insights have been very meaningful in the upliftment of my thoughts. Today, I feel rounded and more inspired to meet the needs of the society. Therefore, I wish you all the best in your other courses.