Cultural Humility

Introduced in 1998 by Drs. Melanie Tervalon and Jann Murray-Garcia, cultural humility is a model derived from these basic principles: critical self-reflection and lifelong learning; recognition and mitigation of inherent power imbalances; mutually beneficial non-paternalistic relationships with youth, adolescents and families, highlighting the expertise that resides in the individual, family and community, away from the agency or clinical campus. 

The training focuses on cultural humility, which promotes building meaningful relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds including race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, education, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, mental health, disability status, and political beliefs. Unlike cultural competence, cultural humility emphasizes a deliberate and thoughtful approach to engaging with others, aiming for genuine understanding and collaboration. Participants explore principles and practices of cultural humility, alongside related concepts like cultural competence and cultural sensitivity, to develop a personalized and thorough perspective. The training will be thought-provoking, allowing ample time for discussion.