Présentation International Link Feb 2014
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International Link Welcome Day Speakers:Lausanne, 20th February 2014 Sunita Sehmi & Rodica Rosu Fridez
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Introduction
Who we are• SS and RR our introduction 5 minsWho are you?• RR What’s your name why did you come to Switzerland?Main facts• SS Explain in brochure info about Switzerland do and
don’ts
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Stereotypes & clichés
Video my Switzerland ???
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Stereotypes & clichés
Rodica• We all carry misinformation and stereotypes about
people in different cultures. • What do YOU associate with Switzerland and the
Swiss?• We need to deal with values, basic assumptions
and conventions in our own culture(s) before trying to understand and accept foreign cultures.
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Own cultural programming
Sunita Own cultural programming • In order to understand different ways of behaviour
and communication styles, it is necessary to become aware of what one assumes is “normal” • Think of a time when you moved to another
country or when you visited a country where the culture and norms were very different…
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New Cultural Mind Map - SS
New culture
Physicality
Behaviour
Emotions
Thoughts
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New cultural mind map
New culture
Physicality
Behaviour
Emotions
Thoughts
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Bridging the Gap
Rodica • Questionnaire explanation • Group completes questionnaire 5-10 mins• Feedback 5-10 mins
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We don’t meet cultures We meet individuals
• Close • We don’t meet cultures We meet individuals • Take risks• Talk to local people• Integrate • Look at this experience as a rich learning experience.• Have fun!
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