Building Belonging Series Workshop II: Cultural Humility in Practice

Cultural humility is the ongoing practice of critical self-reflection and self-evaluation, grounded in a willingness to learn from others and an openness to recognizing the limits of one's own perspective. It emphasizes interpersonal curiosity, collective accountability, and a commitment to building mutually beneficial relationships across difference.

This workshop introduces cultural humility as a framework for personal and professional development, reflecting Cal Poly's commitment to cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Whether working with students or engaging with colleagues, participants will explore how cultural humility can shape everyday interactions and decision-making.

Through guided reflection and behavior-based scenarios, participants will examine their own assumptions and biases in the context of their higher education work. The session will provide practical tools and strategies to engage more effectively and respectfully with individuals and communities from a range of backgrounds, fostering effective and respectful interactions with individuals and communities from backgrounds different from one's own.

This workshop is part of the three-part Building Belonging series, designed to help employees expand their knowledge and strengthen their skills in fostering a welcoming and safe environment for all members of the Cal Poly community. Open to employees across all units, departments, and divisions, the three workshops may be taken individually or in any order and will be offered once per quarter during the academic year.Food will be served at all in-person workshops in 2025-2026

• Contact: Office of University Diversity and Inclusion, (805) 756-2250, dortizgi@calpoly.edu
• Date and Time: May 22 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Location: Zoom