CYC 301 Lecture 4: CYC 302 chapter 4 lecture

• School: Ryerson University
• Department: Child and Youth Care
• Course: CYC 301
• Professor: Julie James

Document Summary

Considered to reflect individualism, self-esteem & deep connectedness to others. Critical to include when assessing the therapeutic value of environments due to the culturally & linguistically diverse composition of canadian society. Defined by the level of acceptance & celebration of differences of culture, attitudes & level of acceptance of all human exceptionalities. Also includes professionals in milieu, their perception of diversity & their cultural backgrounds. Addresses cultural & ethnic diversity but also sub-cultural issues (socio-economic oppression, prejudices toward sexual orientation, stigma attached to mental illness & other issues) A safe cultural milieu recognizes that all children &/or youth have the right to participate and be active members of a cultural group. The individuals must feel that they are not only culturally understood but also accepted for their differences. It is also within this environment that children &/or youth learn about the negative effects of engaging in prejudice, stigmatization & racism.