Cultural Tools
Professional support – all professional organisations have addressed cultural issues relevant to their professional practice, several examples are given below:
Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
College of Occupational Therapists (search facility)
Migrant Health Guide
Advice and guidance on the health needs of migrant patients for healthcare practitioners.
RCN: Professional Development
An excellent resource with information and links useful for all grades and staff groups here.
UNISON
Members can access a wide data base of materials related to cultural diversity by searching here.
ACAS
Guide to religious practice and equality. Provides a good practical guide for employers and employees.
Cultural Knowledge Links
The MIGHEALTHNET Project
Aims to stimulate the exchange of knowledge on migrant and minority health through the development of interactive data bases in each of the participating countries.
BBC Country by Country Profiles
Amnesty International
Human Rights Watch
Up to date reporting on critical situations around the globe.
Religious festivals and cultural holidays – there a wide range of internet based resources available. A selection is listed below:
Interfaith Calendar
Calendar Labs
The Papadopoulus, Tilki and Taylor Model
Free resource. Also available to buy in book form from a wide range of sources.