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IncluKIT: Inclusive Intercultural Communication Training Kit for Initial Reception of Migrants
We are happy to inform you that a pilot version of IncluKIT is now out and available online.
IncluKIT – Inclusive Intercultural Communication Training Kit for Initial Reception of Migrants – is a training tool aimed at the whole spectrum of volunteers and professionals involved in the initial reception of newly arrived migrants, including the people who seek asylum and refugees in European countries. As a result of a partnership between academics from six universities of the FORTHEM alliance and practitioners from SIETAR Europa, SIETAR Switzerland, SIETAR UK, the SIETAR SIG Migration and diversophy®, it focuses on the analysis of mismatched expectations and misunderstandings during the migrants’ transitional phase and the ways to overcome these issues.
Hot Topic: Migration
We are pleased to officially announce the new Hot Topic for the upcoming months – Migration, and invite those researching or working in this field to share their experience and expertise with our readers by emailing us at ci@sietareu.org.
Ideas and articles traverse borders more effortlessly than individuals do, and they have the potential to inspire and unite people worldwide by addressing the challenges faced by migrants and creating a happier, more prosperous and harmonious global community.
Read, engage and contribute to this Hot Topic and conversation that are shaping our global society!
Generative AI and Intercultural Communication: What’s in for the Trainers?
Just over a year ago, the world was introduced to ChatGPT, sparking excitement around terms like ‘Generative AI’ or ‘Large Language Models’. This groundbreaking technology is not just a buzzword but a breakthrough that is reshaping industries in profound ways.
In an inspiring conversation, I had a chance to interview Dr. Stephan Ruppert, who has successfully integrated this innovative technology into the fabric of his work as an Intercultural Communication trainer and lecturer. But his efforts extend beyond this, Dr. Ruppert is on a mission to empower his peers in the field, teaching them how to harness the potential of AI tools such as ChatGPT and Midjourney in their professional lives, under the brand of Linking Cultures.
“How can I help you today?”
Human: Hello, who are you? AI: I am an AI created by OpenAI. How can I help you today? Human: I was wondering how AI can improve intercultural training. …
What gives you hope?
And while the warmth on our skin invites us to relax, an alarm clock is ticking in the back of our mind. Something is not right, something should be done about it, and we just don’t know what. So what gives you hope when it comes to climate change?
Introducing our new hot topic: Climate Change & Migration
What are the intercultural impacts of migration due to climate change? Will there be a need for increased intercultural awareness? What role does interculturalism play in the climate debate? These are some of the questions that will be explored in our content during the upcoming months.
Coffee with MG: diversity and inclusion with Deepa Purushothaman
Her views were quite different from those of some people I know in the USA, where, irrespective of race, religion, colour or gender, they have scaled ladders of success as defined by society. Therefore, it was important to meet her…to get a different voice on Diversity and Inclusion at my table.
Coffee with MG: diversity and inclusion with Garima Tyagi, HR business partner leader for Verizon India
“Diversity can be counterproductive unless inclusion comes into play!” Garima is very sure of that. A month ago, I was elated to see someone from my Alma-mater (IMT Ghaziabad, India) making waves in...
What reindeer and Indigenous perspectives can teach us about climate change
The upper north of Europe, characterised by arctic landscapes, is the home of the Sámi Indigenous People who found a way of living in the region long time ago. But who are the Sámi and what can we learn from their lifestyle about climate change? Turns out to be pretty much.
Coffee with MG: diversity and inclusion with Gary Thomas, Managing Director-Assist GmbH
Starting this April, we are pleased to bring you views, opinions and ideas from a large but select cross-section of experts on biannual topics under the blog: Coffee with MG. Our topic for this half of an already eventful 2022 is Diversity and Inclusion. Our first guest: SIETAR Germany’s former President Gary Thomas.