Refer to the “Social and Cultural Diversity Paper Writing Instructions” for a detailed explanation of the requirements for the Social and Cultural Diversity Paper that you have been developing throughout the course.
Complete the final draft of the Social and Cultural Diversity Paper (1,750-2,000 words), structured in three parts, in which you address the content criteria provided in “Social and Cultural Diversity Paper Writing Instructions.”
Complete any revisions needed in the final paper based on the feedback that the instructor provided after review of your first draft.
The paper must include 10 scholarly references in addition to the textbook. More references may be used if necessary.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
This assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies:
3.1: Explain issues and trends in a multicultural and diverse society in the practice of professional counseling.
3.2: Evaluate the importance of social and cultural competence in providing counseling services to diverse populations.
3.3: Assess their own social and cultural awareness, attitudes, and biases.
This assignment meets the following CACREP Standards:
2.F.2.a. Multicultural and pluralistic characteristics within and among diverse groups nationally and internationally.
2.F.2.b. Theories and models of multicultural counseling, cultural identity development, and social justice and advocacy.
2.F.2.c. Multicultural counseling competencies.
2.F.2.d. The impact of heritage, attitudes, beliefs, understandings, and acculturative experiences on an individual’s views of others.
2.F.2.g. The impact of spiritual beliefs on clients’ and counselors’ worldviews.
2.F.2.h. Strategies for identifying and eliminating barriers, prejudices, and processes of intentional and unintentional oppression and discrimination.
Social and Cultural Diversity Paper Writing Instructions
Overview
The Social and Cultural Diversity Paper (1,750-2,000 words) requires the student to identify and reflect on possible personal biases regarding gender, religion, sexual or gender orientation, race, socioeconomic status, disability status, or culture. The purpose of this paper is to raise the student’s personal and professional level of awareness regarding the subject of diverse populations.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a grading rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Process Schedule
The Social and Cultural Diversity Paper assignment will be accomplished in a five-step process, with individual steps submitted and graded regularly throughout the course, according to the following schedule:
Outline (Due Week 2)
References (Due Week 4)
First Draft (Due Week 6)
Final Paper (Due Week 8)
Content Guidelines
When constructing this paper, use a three-part structure according to the following guidelines:
Part 1
The first part of the paper requires you to identify information from your own personal history. Use the following questions to help guide your reflections:
Identify your personal biases and how they may impact your counseling approach. Remember, everyone has biases. The point is not to project them onto your clients.
Note: It is preferred you discuss your cultural biases.
Describe your personal history by documenting experiences with discrimination you may have
experienced and how your cultural background impacted these experiences. If you have not had any experiences, share why you believe this to be true.
Identify memories of contact with those who were culturally different than you, and your experiences associated with these differences. Be specific.
How has your life experience affected how you may relate to persons different than you? Be specific.
Part 2
The second part of the paper requires you to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of racism/discrimination. Use the following questions to help guide your reflections:
What does it mean to be a subtle racist? Please include a referenced definition and example.
Why could there be significant differences in perceptions and values of members within the same ethnic group? Be specific.
Part 3
The third part of your paper requires you to review and reflect on the ACA and NAADAC codes of ethics. Use the following to help guide your reflection:
Discuss how the ACA and NAADAC codes of ethic