Tag: Cultural Diversity

  • What Is Diversity and How I Define It in a Social Context

    As I walked through the aisles of La Sirena in Santo Domingo last September, searching for a traditional dress for my daughter, I suddenly noticed something striking: the distinctive accents of Venezuela, Cuba, and Colombia filled the air as people shopped around me. It felt almost as if I were in Miami. This experience made…

  • American Latinos Are Leading the Multicultural Revolution

    One of the things I am most proud of as a mom is raising my children to be bilingual and multicultural. However, if you saw me interacting with my tiny, almost two-year-old son, you might be confused. This kid resists learning Spanish—when I say “buenas noches,” he responds with “good night.” Although this might seem…