GirlGI | Girl Gone International GirlGI Issue 3 | Page 53

Cross-Cultural Skills The things that you do to adapt to the culture and customs of another country are amazing. What you do and how you overcome cultural differences is what creates cultural understanding and appreciation for diversity. Task Think of examples of when you successfully did the following – • Adapted to cultural differences and customs through daily interaction within a community • Overcame societal differences and fostered cultural understanding through a short-term work experience at a local or international business • Gained a greater appreciation for diversity and cultural differences through voluntary service experience at a local school or NGO