Cultural Humility: Why Does It Matter to Practice It

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Target Audience

Community leaders, public health professionals, nonprofit organizations, program managers, researchers and anyone interested in building stronger community relationships, engaging community members in projects, or improving their personal growth and interpersonal interactions in a culturally diverse world.

Description

In today’s interconnected world, the ability to engage respectfully across cultures is essential. This dynamic course explores cultural humility through self-reflection, lifelong learning, and addressing power imbalances. Participants will gain insight into how their own identity shapes cross-cultural interactions and learn to promote inclusivity through advocacy and allyship.

Speaker
Marie Lina Excellent, MD, MPH
UNC - North Carolina Institute for Public Health

Date and Time
May 21, 2026
9:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Credits
CEUs
This Activity fulfills the requirement of 0.50 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Contact Hours
This Activity fulfills the requirements for 5.00 Contact Hours.

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Objectives

• Define cultural humility and differentiate it from related concepts such as cultural competence and cultural awareness
• Advocate for culturally humble approaches within organizations and communities
• Recognize the importance of self-reflection in cultural humility
• Explore the dynamics of power and privilege
• Develop skills for effective communication across cultures

Sessions