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Effective Cross-Cultural Communication Skills

Effective Cross-Cultural Communication Skills

Resource Library Effective Cross-Cultural Communication Skills
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Phil Thornton

Phil Thornton

Apr 14, 2017

Values and assumptions vary widely from culture to culture. This gives rise to potential conflicts and barriers in the communication process. This session looks at those North American Values and Assumptions which can create misunderstandings, damage relationships, and even pose significant danger in the delivery of medical treatment in a cross cultural context.

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Unreached People Groups

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