How you present yourself to others is an important part of being a social worker. Being able to present yourself in an open, caring, and professional manner helps with building rapport and influences
Interview Presentation: Questions
To prepare:
Identify an interview subject with a different cultural background than you.
Ask your interview subject the questions below. Be sure to record the interview and/or take good notes.
During the interview, ask the individual the following interview questions:
Have you ever lived or visited outside of the United States? If so, where? Describe the experience.
What do you identify as your culture?
What are the most important values and beliefs of your family and community?
What are the important events, traditions, celebrations, and practices in your family or community?
How does your family or community define gender roles?
How do you identify your:
Race
Ethnicity
National origin
Color
Sex
Sexual orientation
Gender identity or expression
Age
Marital status
Political belief
Religion
Immigration status
Disability status
How well do you fit within your family or community based on these other identities you hold?
How do you think others outside your community view your culture?
Have you experienced prejudice or discrimination? Please describe.
