common misconception, indigenous peoples the world over are remarkably free from the cultural immobility and permanence suggested of them by foreign travel brochures and “imperialist nostalgia” (87). The attitudes, perceptions and behaviors of modern Otavalos shift and grow members of the community travel overseas and sell native textiles and music in international markets. Thus, the concept of “maintaining cultural identity” must reflect the invigorating and active exchange of social, political and

claiming that once blacks could establish themselves economically within society, recognition as political and cultural equals would follow. However, Dubois took the opposite stance by saying that the training of blacks for economic usefulness was no better than what had occurred during slavery, and that before all else, blacks as a race must assert their unique identity and cultural integrity. Booker T. Washington stressed in his article, “The Awakening of the Negro”, the importance of blacks being

empowerment of woman. In the era of women’s rights, women were not treated as equals, especially black women. Colored women could not get any equality or any empowerment unless they live in a community which they can establish their own racial and cultural integrity. White women and Africana both have the same amount of rights but white women had better accommodations as far as restrooms, water fountains, swimming pools, and everything else that is segregated. I think that Africana women were oppressed

Decisions we make everyday are influenced in part by our core values. Our cultural background, individual bias, personal ethics, and past experiences help to form the basis of our value system. "We begin sharpening our values at a very early age. Our parents, teachers, friends, religious leaders, heroes and fictional idols teach us right from wrong" (Deblieux, 1995). These teachings help us to evaluate situations and form conclusions. We are all individuals, but together we form a society.

It has also helped me to solidify my own faith and understand the essential need for balance in my Christian walk in order to stand for the truth and walk in love. 2. Describe how you have been uniquely prepared for your ministry role through cultural forces. What culture (s) are you most effective in as a leader? God has taken me through experiencing a diversity of cultures (rural, urban, western, eastern, conservativ... ... middle of paper ... ...nt is an ethical paradox because in other

towards their behaviors (Hebel, 1998). Almost all the time, people depend on these fundamental principles on what is wrong and right. Whether one is aware of it or not, different sets of personal core values vary upon each person. Such values include integrity, authenticity, compassion, courage, and truthfulness to name a few. Your values define who you are. At times, there is a huge gap between how people become aware of their values and the way they live their lives. We can overcome our most difficult

foundation for the company. These four blocks are integrity, leadership, dedication, and service. "Integrity is the keystone" (Chapin, 1). Complete honesty is the ethical way and should be the only way that one does business. Without integrity, there would be no trust between your company and the customers. When clients and consumers trust you, they want to do business with you and will continue to do business with you until they feel as though the integrity has been sacrificed. The second "building block"

Axiological Relevance to the Teaching Profession Values shape most of the man’s activities. It helps the individual selects for himself are guided by his values. The knowledge of axiology provides major clues to a person’s professional choice each profession lays more emphasis on some or other values. For example Obanya (1999) viewed the concept of relevance. It can be explained from two dimensions - Physical and philosophical. On the physical dimension, relevance is understood in terms of immediate

Personal ethics play a crucial role in the life of everyone around us and it represents specific features and characteristics that have been formed through our family and society. Our personal ethics are influenced by cultural, beliefs, morals, and spiritual values. These decisions can have positive or negative impacts on society. In our daily lives, each and every person is responsible for making decisions that can influence those around us, such as people we work with, our family, and even those

is necessary. Any change in the society indicates the work, nature and responsibilities of schools are also change. New technologies and other advancement have influenced school’s social economic climate. New teachers working different social and cultural environment in their schools may have different levels of values. The teacher must have an essential part of his professional equipment what is called a map of values. With the help of such a map, daily decisions may be taken and resolved consistently