Resources for students
Resources for students
We naturally tend to see the world from our own perspective, through the lens of our own environment. It is like looking outside from inside, through a small window, surrounded by walls preventing you from seeing the big picture. Then, one day, you have an opportunity to leave this tiny room to discover the vast world. As a strong hammer would help you to break walls, or as a ladder would allow you to reach unknown spaces, you need tools to make your overseas experience successful and rewarding. Becoming a global citizen is a lifelong process that requires you to develop a set of knowledge, skills and attitudes commonly grouped under labels such as Intercultural Competence or Cultural Intelligence.
Cultural Safety program
Cultural safety is commonly defined as 'an environment that is safe for people: where there is no assault, challenge or denial of their identity, of who they are and what they need. It is about shared respect, shared meaning, shared knowledge and experience, of learning, living and working together with dignity and truly listening'. Both staff and students are encouraged to participate in this program.
Stretching beyond your comfort zone is critical for learning and growth
10 powerful questions for stepping out of your comfort zone.
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Videos on Intercultural Competence
As a Monash student, you're part of a globalised community. Your student experience will be shaped by a diverse range of people - whether you are on campus at Monash, on exchange overseas, or travelling during our breaks. But how can you be effective in this multicultural environment? Being a global citizen is a crucial attribute for successful leaders. Being culturally aware will allow you to communicate effectively, as well as anticipate, correctly interpret, and adjust to the culturally defined habits of the people around us.