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Asian Indians, 2006.
This paper discusses the presence of Asian Indians in the United States.
1,536 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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In this article, the writer looks at the first immigration of Asian Indians to the United States. The writer then discusses the subject of education related to the Asian community over the years. Asian culture and the matter of parental control is also discussed. Further, the writer looks at cultural conflict and values of this community within the United States. In this paper, the writer discusses both first generation and second generation Asian Indians in the U.S.
From the Paper
"When the 1965 Emigration Act abolished national origin quotas, large numbers of immigrants from Asia came to the United States, and it was at this time that Asian Indians became a rapidly expanding ethnic group in America. This new group of immigrants had high levels of education, were fluent in English, and were educated in distinctly European, particularly British, educational systems. According to data, Asian Indians entered the middle or upper-middle level of the occupational structure, and were able to structurally assimilate while simultaneously maintaining a great deal of cultural distinctiveness. Due to strong educational credentials and occupational skills, they were able to enter into the economic mainstream of American life, while fluent English skills and strong work ethics supported cultural adaptation."
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The Gulbenkian Commission, 2006.
A discussion of the creation of the Gulbenkian Commission and its advantages.
1,174 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper discusses the creation of the Gulbenkian Commission, in 1994 by Fundacao Calouste Gulbenkian. It discusses the reasoning behind the creation of the commission and the advantages to academic practice and theory of social sciences that eventuated with its creation. It describes these advantages in terms of applying the various hermeneutical frameworks of these disciplines to the question of the causation and treatment of violence in African-American young people.
Table of Contents:
Section I: Introduction and Statement of Purpose
Section II: The Psychological/Sociological/Anthropological Perspective on the Issue
Section III: The Political Science Perspective on the Issue
Section IV: The Economic Perspective on the Issue
Section V: An Integrated Perspective on the Issue
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"In fact, data drawn from the juvenile court records of 257 adjudicated male African American youth offenders aged 12 to 17, showed this adolescent population's involvement in assaultive interpersonal violence within the context of a descriptive evaluation of co-occurring alcohol use disorder, other drug use disorder, and other mental disorders was quite low. This suggests that changes in policy, both in identifying offenders and improving opportunities within the community, rather than treating an individual's supposedly malformed pscyhology may be a better way to specifically address the needs of urban African American youths who may engage in violent behavior. (Singleton & Dale, 1996)"
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Leadership, 2006.
This paper defines leadership and its use especially in a multi-racial setting.
1,010 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper explains that good leadership starts with gaining the trust and respect of one's subordinates through the use of power and persuasion, which is a powerful tool in leading subordinates of many races. The author points out that 'balance leadership' leads to the perception that efficient leadership denotes more than just knowing what to do but rather knowing when, how and why one should perform the action. The paper relates that the success of leadership in a multi-raced society, which is gaining trust and respect, is an outcome of a partnership, vision, and enthusiasm of both the leaders and the men beneath them.
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"Civic Activism is much widely known among the youths of today. A young individual being asked to define what 'civil activism' is would respond as a profound commitment that expresses personal achievement and escalation. Thus, civil activism presents useful leadership opportunities. It teaches young individuals to take on tasks and responsibilities not only on a single-raced environment, but on a multi-raced as well; therefore, providing each individual the room to focus on different cultures and backgrounds. It as well gives way for a leader to reflect on the day-to-day challenges he faces that may shun him from making ghastly judgments."
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Ethiopia, 2006.
A description of the history and conditions found in Ethiopia.
1,211 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper describes some of the diverse culture that makes up the country of Ethiopia. The paper discusses Ethiopia's ethnic groups and religions. It discusses the languages spoken in Ethiopia, as well as communication and music. It also mentions education and the economic class system, as well as human rights violations and the military-style revolution in 1974.
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"Music is an important aspect of non-verbal communication in Ethiopia. Folk music plays an important aspect in Ethiopian culture. Traveling minstrels play the masenko, making up topical versus. Even shepherd boys play musical instruments as they herd their animals. In connection with music, Ethiopians participate in a variety of forms of dance. Many of the dances share a common element of focusing on movement of the shoulders. Both men and women participate in music and dancing, and dance is used as an important form of nonverbal communication, especially to relate sexual desire or acceptance. This non-verbal communication has taken on increased importance because of the other limitations found in gendered communications. For example, in dance a woman can both the communicative predator or the prey, which is no longer an option in many facets of verbal communication."
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Equality in School, 2006.
This paper explains that the experience of equality in schools can be improved in the areas of textbook stereotyping, in oppressive behaviors and in the attitudes teachers and administrators express toward people from other cultures.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 57.95
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This paper explains that, because public school education was envisioned by the Founding Fathers as a way to teach good citizenship and the responsibilities of living in a democracy, the schools are the natural place for children to learn about equality, which is particularly loved as an American value. The author points out that, in school, children are exposed to oppressive behavior, such as racist, sexist, religious and ethnic jokes and rude or obnoxious comments about people from other cultures. The paper stresses that the most important thing the school can do is try to establish positive relationships with minority parents, who often do not feel comfortable to come to the school and get involved in their children's education.
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"In "10 Quick Ways to Analyze Children's Books for Racism and Sexism", an article published by the Council on Interracial Books for Children, some good ideas are presented for examining children's literature. The article suggests that students in school should be taught how to spot racism and sexism in literature so that they become aware of what it is and can defend themselves against it. At a young age children can be taught what stereotypes are, how to recognize them, and debunk them. In addition, a committee of teachers should be formed to inspect all the textbooks in use and make notes on them that will affect future ordering."
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Genocide, 2006.
A discussion of the history of genocide and its implications.
1,977 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper analyzes the history of genocide in the world. It discusses specific examples of genocide and gendercide throughout history - focusing on when and where they took place, as well as details of how and why they were carried out. It also discusses law that have been established with regards to acts of genocide.
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" One of the most notorious modern acts of gendercide and genocide in the world occurred in the Bosnian silver-mining town, called Srebrenica, in July 1995 (Jones 2001). The events in this town were the culmination of the war in Bosnia-Herzegovina, the most vicious genocidal battleground in the Balkans conflict. This conflict started in 1992 and was characterized by large-scale genocidal and gendercidal acts. The Balkans is a major mountain range in Southeast Europe spanning 563 kilometers from Yugoslavia through central Bulgaria to the Black Sea. Bosnia is a region in the northern part of Herzegovina, while Herzegovina is the region in the southern part. The Serbs were the settlers in Bosnia in the seventh century until it became independent in the 12th century. It came under the control of Turkey in 1463 along with Herzegovina until the latter's conquest by the Austro-Hungarian Empire after 1878 and the addition of Bosnia in 1908. After World War II, Bosnia and Herzegovina united to form a constituent republic of Yugoslavia, which existed from 1946 to 1991."
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African-American Males, 2006.
An examination of the correlation between affective disorders, substance abuse and the criminal justice system in African-American males.
2,412 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 30 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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The paper uses a literature review to evaluate what the relative strength of correlation is between substance abuse, affective disorders and incarceration in African American males. The strength of association is exampled from multiple populations including those incarcerated for petty theft, auto convictions, and those convicted of rape, murder or other forms of violent assault. The paper concludes that there is ample evidence from the literature supporting a relationship or correlation between substance abuse disorders, affective disorders and deviant behaviors among incarcerated African American males. However, there is also evidence suggesting that at present the criminal justice system in America is doing little do address the needs of this unique population.
Outline
Literature Review
Theories of Affective Disorders and Substance Abuse
Substance Abuse
Affective and Substance Abuse Problems Combined
Conclusions/Discussion
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"The theoretical framework describing the relationship between affective disorders, substance abuse and deviant behavior is often referred to as the "anomie perspective" and may be defined as the lack of normalness that one experiences in their day to day existence (Shaw, 2002). Following this theory, African males experience "more moral confusion and difficulty assimilating to the normal cultural landscape of society" and hence demonstrate "extremism in behavior", in part as a result of their loss of perspective or reality (Shaw, 2002:6). Further individuals suffering this state tend to lead extremes of life feeling "they are above the law or social order of society" in many cases, or lamenting their sad existence, both of which may lead to individual affective inclinations or substance abuse patterns in African males (Shaw, 2002:6). "Failure, frustration and strain" experienced in ordinary life can also result in moral unsureness and "polarized reactions to societal events" (Shaw, 2002: 6). This in turn may cause someone to give up hope or due diligence, or their efforts toward conformity and contribute to deviant behavior. Under the framework of anomie, strain and "moral undecidedness or lessening in normative control feed back on each other making substance dealing, abuse and deviant behavior an acceptable reaction to life and reality" (Shaw, 2002:6)."
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Obesity, 2006.
A discussion on combating obesity in specific cultures.
1,618 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper begins with a discussion on the growing phenomenon of obesity in the US. It continues with a focus on the possible reasons for obesity in Hispanic women based on culture and genetics. The paper explores what one, or a nurse in particular, can do to alter such cultural patterns which lead to obesity.
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"The higher risk for Hispanic women to be obese may have its roots in the fact that women, in some traditional Hispanic famlies are not supposed to engage in vigorous physical activity, and a more curvaceous figure is idealized. Certainly, a bad body image is hardly the way to spur a family onto fitness, but suggesting culturally positive movement-based activities, like dancing, that might be enjoyable and attractive to the mothers and daughters of a family might be another way to ensure that physical activity is seen as a delight, and not as a chore."
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Judaism, 2006.
This paper discusses religion, specifically Judaism.
1,074 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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The paper looks at Judaism's beliefs, rituals and holidays. The paper also relates how in ancient history the Jews were driven out of Egypt to wander in the desert until they found a new home. Today, they are still contending their right to live in Israel, surrounded by Arab neighbors who do not want them and resent them. The paper explains that Judaism is a religion, but it is also a people, a nation and a way of life. The paper concludes that Jews are still one of the most misunderstood and persecuted religions, but understanding more about them could help a world torn with bitterness and strife.
From the Paper
"Most Jews worship in a synagogue (or the Temple, as many call it), and some may send their children to Hebrew school. Jews also pray only to God, and perform some types of worship and worship celebrations in their homes, such as the Passover Seder and the celebration of Hanukah. As a symbol of their religious beliefs, Jewish men, especially Orthodox Jewish men, wear yarmulkes. Another historian notes, "Orthodox Jewish males wear yarmulkes at all times as a sign of reverence. Among them, head covering at the synagogue is therefore obligatory" (Furman 54). Thus, worship at the synagogue is part ritual and part spiritual worship, and worship is not complete without the synagogue."
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Somalia: A Contemporary View, 2006.
This paper provides a vivid portrayal of life in Somalia, eastern Africa.
864 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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The paper explains that the only authority in Somalia are local warlords with no internationally recognized government. The paper describes the terrible conditions in Somalia of longstanding drought and high infant mortality rate that have only been exacerbated by the ongoing political turmoil. The paper relates that starving Somalis can try to leave and become refugees in a foreign land. Yet, the warlords and clan leaders want their starving citizens to stay and it is difficult to get past the roaming militias. The paper concludes that for the time being, Somalia appears to be destined to remain on its current, tumultuous path.
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"Somalia is a coastal nation in eastern Africa. Somalia has been much in the news in the past decade, mainly for its ongoing famines and civil wars. In the mid-1990s, U.S. President William Jefferson Clinton sent peacekeeping troops to Somalia to try to stabilize the situation there and to get much needed food to starving people (since most food aid previously sent had been intercepted by warlords). This peacekeeping mission did not go well, due to the lawlessness in Somalia, and U.S. troops were forced to withdraw. Somalia continues to be a nation in a state of chaos and struggle, with no immediate relief in sight. The current prospects for Somalia's future are uncertain."
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African American Adolescent Males And College, 2006.
A look at Maslow's hierarchy of needs, linking African-American adolescent males and college attendance.
12,600 words (approx. 50.4 pages), 46 sources, MLA, $ 241.95
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This paper takes an in-depth look at the African-American adolescent male in relation to education and more specifically, college attendance.
This paper reviews historically, the trend of the African-American adolescent male in terms of education, as well as the factors that influenced these trends. This paper also relates these trends to Abraham Maslow theory of personality known as Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
Contents:
Introduction
Research Questions
Significance of the Study
Summary of Methodology
Organization of the Study
Literature Review
Methodology
Research Findings
Conclusions
Appendices
Table 2
Table 3
Vital Statistics
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"There are many different opinions and approaches when it comes to the issue of how to best motivate African-American adolescent males to attend college. However, many efforts focus primarily on retention strategies rather than recruitment strategies.
The dismal college graduation rate of African-American students is a national crisis. When it comes to statistics of graduation rates for African-American males, these numbers are lower than any other demographic group, with the exception of Hispanics.
This study has significance for practice in improving the percentages of African American males who attend college, as well as for future research in college education.
The data collected from this study might be useful to African American high school students, parents of African Americans in high school, teachers, admissions representative, social workers, and educational leaders."
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Stereotyping, Racism and Self-Fulfilling Prophecies, 2006.
This paper examines why stereotypes exist and what their consequences may be.
3,832 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 31 sources, APA, $ 105.95
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This paper examines why ethnic stereotypes develop, and how members of various ethnic groups are seen and see themselves. Various case studies are explored, in particular the example of Asian-Americans. Additionally, research is presented that shows how stereotypes are often based on expectations associated with membership in certain racial or ethnic groups.
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"This profusion of ethnic slurs in our language obviously reflects the bigotry and prejudice in our cultural history. However, at a deeper level these words chronicle the history of ethnic conflict in American society. The number of slurs, their targets, and the origins of the terms show that most originated in historical situations--wherever groups met and fell into conflict. Contact and conflict, usually about economic matters, heightened the contrast of ethnic cultures, which led to culture clash and recoil. Ethnic slurs proliferated in cities where many ethnic groups lived in close quarters and bristled in their everyday contacts. Many of the words are genuine Americanisms--homegrown words first coined and used in this country. Many others are loanwords borrowed especially from British English, but also from Spanish, French, German, Yiddish, and West African languages--the languages of major immigrant groups. (Allen, 1990, p. "
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Mummies, 2006.
This paper discusses the mummies of ancient Egypt.
1,574 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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The writer of this essay looks at how art fulfilled a functional and religious purpose for the ancient Egyptians, rather than an artistic or personally expressive purpose. The writer maintains that this can be seen in the Egyptian art and rituals devoted to the preservation of mummies. The writer describes that the ancient Egyptians believed that mummifying a person's body after death was essential to ensure a safe passage to the afterlife. In this article, the writer discusses the process and ritual of mummification. The writer concludes that although mummies do not conform to common Western notions of what constitutes art, they were certainly artful and time-consuming to produce and reflect the cultural values and mythology of the ancient Egyptians.
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"Every step of the process was rigorously prescribed by ritual. Only priests were qualified to prepare a mummy, and this was because of their ceremonial and religious office, not only their craftsmanship. The art of Egyptian mummification began with the body of the dead being washed and ritually purified. The deceased person's inner organs were removed through a cut lit in the left side of the body. The intestines, the liver, the stomach and the lungs were embalmed using natron "which served to dry out the organs and discourage bacteria from decaying the tissues."
Elaborately decorated canopic jars held these organs in the tomb. "The lids of these jars were fashioned after the four sons of Horus, who were each entrusted with protecting a particular organ:" the falcon headed son Qebehsenuef, guarded the intestines, the jackal headed Duamutef the stomach, the baboon head Hapy the lungs, and Imsety, a human head, guarded the liver."
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Sharia Law, 2006.
This paper describes Islamic-or Sharia-law, and examines the case of implementing a Sharia court in Canada.
2,556 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 77.95
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This paper focuses on Sharia law and its possible implementation as an alternative arbitrary court in Ontario, Canada. The author argues that given its misogynistic nature, Sharia courts should not be implemented as a means of relieving the overburdened Ontario judicial system. In fact, the author feels a Sharia court would be a travesty for Muslim women, who should enjoy the same rights and freedoms of all Canadian women, regardless of their religious belief system.
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"Sharia law is often seen as oppressive to Muslim women and misogynistic. Many who opposed the implementation of the Sharia courts in Ontario feared for the safety of Muslim women, and found its implementation to be a legitimizing of the goals of Islamic fundamentalists. Under Sharia, women's roles are quite defined.
Although women are not prohibited from working outside of the household there is a strong emphasis on domestic duties such as housekeeping and child rearing. Women, however, generally are not permitted to be clergy or religious scholars. Many fundamentalists believe that Sharia is interpreted to prohibit women from holding prominent jobs; therefore women are forbidden from working in government ("Sharia law", 2005)."
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"White Teeth", 2006.
A review of the novel "White Teeth" by Zadie Smith and its implications in a globalized world.
919 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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This paper examines how Zadie Smith's main theme and thesis in her book, "White Teeth", is, multi racialism and multiculturalism in London. In particular, it discusses how although this seems to be an apparently limited theme, at least from a geographical perspective, it gives birth to numerous implications and a global approach that seems natural and well received in an age where almost everything has turned global overnight. It also discusses whether the modern world lost tolerance and acceptance from its set of values.
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"A brief reference to the main characters in the book is essential in determining how the questions of the book are being addressed. Alfred Archibald Jones is a working-class Englishman, while Samad Iqbal, is a Bengali Muslim, now a waiter in an Indian restaurant in London. Having met in the Second World War (strange allusion and antithesis: while war disunites and divides nations, it sometimes helps unite races and simple individuals), the two have remained best friends ever since. Archie marries Clara, who has Jamaican roots, and have a daughter, Irie. Samad and his wife, Alsana, have twin sons, Magid and Millat. "
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Biracial Families, 2005.
A look at the melting pot phenomenon of the United States of America.
950 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper takes a look at the biracial relationships and families prevalent in the United States today. According to this paper, this is a result of the melting pot phenomenon whereby many people from varying backgrounds acquire a new label -- "American" -- which by itself indicates no cultural or racial heritage.
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"Biracial families have been a growing trend in the United States. During the first half of the 20th century such families were uncommon, in part because many states had laws against African-Americans and Caucasians marrying (Fobanjong, 2001). However, between the years of 1978 and 1992 number of children identified as biracial by the National Center for Health Statistics showed an increase of over 50%, from under 64,000 to over 133,000. However, some experts believe that number to be low, and in the 2000 Census, people identifying them as biracial made up about 2.5% of the population. Over 40% of them were children (Harris, 2002).
Some people believe that biracial families face significant obstacles that other families do not have to deal with. Some studies have suggested that biracial children struggle with racial identity, social acceptance, a tendency to be isolated, academic and behavioral problems, and doubts about what career path to follow."
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Japanese Culture, 2006.
A look at Japanese culture focusing on the teachings of The Buddha.
3,123 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 90.95
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This paper researches Japanese culture, a culture primarily based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as The Buddha, in his work "The Eightfold Path". According to this paper, The Buddha was not Japanese but, probably, Nepalese and while he is believed to have lived from 543 to 483 B.C.E., some hold that he lived a century later.
Contents:
How Buddhism Creates a Unique "Built Environment"
Japanese Ritual is What Transforms 'Nothing' Into 'Something.'
Smaller Artifacts and Buddhism/Spirituality
Symbolic Carvings on Useful Items: Synthesis
Borrowing From Another Asian Culture
The Final Frontier of Spirituality: Metaphysics and Quantum Physics
Synthesis
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"Like so much else in Japanese culture, it is not what it seems, but rather a symbolic combination of the mundane (hair ornamentation) with the sublime, or, as Jones puts it, "transforming the ordinary object into something extraordinary. The object's relationship with its surroundings and its own purpose are integral to kazari" (Jones, 2003, p. 4626), a fact that brings this, too, into the metaphysical realm suggested by the brief passage from The Eightfold Path.
The genius of the Japanese is also cited as their ability to incorporate elements from other cultures and make them not only their own, but central to the Japanese way of life. "Most aspects of Japanese culture came at one time from China--the tea ceremony, for example--and ... shows Japan's fascination with China in the 15th and 16th centuries"
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Multiculturalism and Diversity, 2006.
A discussion of multiculturalism and diversity in the workplace.
3,022 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 88.95
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The paper discusses how businesses and organizations apply different strategies to alleviate company status and to stand out from other organizations. The paper further analyzes how, due to the continuous increase in the number of diverse cultures as a result of migration, many organizations have found that it is necessary to attend to the role and importance of diversity and multiculturalism in the improvement of the workplace. The paper examines how organizations have established policies, procedures, strategies and techniques that can facilitate employees' acceptance of the concept of diversity and multiculturalism. The paper explores related information on such advantages and disadvantages of diversity and how to use these components for greater success.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Diversity in Federal Government and Private Industries
Key Concepts and Approaches that can be Implemented and Applied by Managers
Benefits and Impact of Diversity
Recommendations
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"Many organizations are now considering diverse workforce as a competitive advantage (Salomon and Schork, 2003), in which those that aim to recruit the best among the best cannot simply ignore a talent pool of diverse cultures, ethnicity, gender, and nationality. Hence these days, many organizations' move of turning diversity into their advantage is very apparent in many workplaces; from an increase in the number of multi-culture employees as well as emerging equality between the male and female genders."
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Diversity in PepsiCo and Ford Motor Company, 2006.
An analysis of diversity in the PepsiCo and the Ford Motor Company.
1,880 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper discusses diversity in America. The paper provides an analysis, specifically, of diversity and the initiatives in support of it in PepsiCo and Ford Motor Company. It discusses how these companies provide programs that facilitate such diversity, and are illustrative of how such initiatives can produce a win-win result for everyone involved.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Diversity at PepsiCo
Diversity at Ford Motor Company
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Just a few years ago, though, PepsiCo was much like other U.S. companies in that the company's senior executive team was not very diverse; at one point, in fact, PepsiCo was recruiting from a pool of only 34 percent of the U.S. population. According to Reinemund, this lack of diversity within the organization constrained the company's ability to achieve its goals in some market segments and may have represented lost talent that could not be otherwise replicated. "While we did a pretty good job of attracting qualified people, we were limiting ourselves to a small portion of the available talent."
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