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Increasing transcultural awareness: the McMaster-Aga Khan-CIDA Project workshop model
1McMaster University School of Nursing, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
Summary
This study details intercultural awareness workshops designed to enhance transcultural communication skills for Canadian and Pakistani nursing professionals. The training fostered cultural understanding and prepared participants for collaborative work and social interaction.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Transcultural Nursing
- Intercultural Communication
Background:
- The McMaster-Aga Khan-CIDA Project aimed to support Pakistani nurses and Lady Health Visitors studying in Canada.
- Effective intercultural communication is crucial for successful collaboration between healthcare professionals from diverse backgrounds.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and implement introductory workshops focused on increasing intercultural awareness.
- To enhance transcultural communication skills among Canadian and international participants.
Main Methods:
- Development and delivery of eight one-day workshops over four years.
- Utilized a participatory and active-learning approach.
- Included transcultural communication principles, cultural value appreciation, and Pakistan-specific information.
Main Results:
- Workshops improved participants' awareness and knowledge of transcultural communication.
- Facilitated preparation for working and socializing together across cultures.
- Provided practical examples of transcultural nursing principles and teaching activities.
Conclusions:
- The designed workshops effectively addressed the need for enhanced intercultural awareness in nursing.
- The participatory approach fostered a deeper understanding of transcultural communication and cultural differences.
- The initiative successfully prepared participants for cross-cultural interactions in a healthcare and academic setting.