how can you ensure that your writing displays cultural sensitivity?

Question

the question is linked to planning and organising messages

Answer 1

You just have to question what you're saying. Make sure it doesn't take things for granted. Not all cultures accept the same ideas or beliefs, so don't make any general statements that you think apply to everyone, when they actually may not. Just make sure your writing is sensitive to a wide variety of readers who may hold value systems that are different from your own.

Answer 2

Avoid any negative statements toward race, colour or religion.

Try to talk like a diplomat - that is some one who aims to please both parties or aims to try and please all the people all of the time.

Use he/she when writing generally, include positive aspects of culture. Use the words describing nationality rather than colour or nick name for culture.

Use the word "ethnic" generally when perhaps talking about majorities or minorities.

Or simply research the culture you wish to write about.

ie it would be insulting for some religions and cultures to eat certain foods and some colours may not be acceptable to some cultures at certain events etc.

Good Luck

Answer 3

If you are scared that you may offending someone of another culture, why don't you contact the Race Relations Committee, or, the Political Correct Brigade at the Houses of Parliament (our hand wringing leaders) .
There are thousands of them, and they'll ALL be glad to help.

Answer 4

are you writing as a culture or as you? display your sensitivity. are you stupid? if so, we'll all know and your writings will be assessed thus. are you a shining beacon of light? if so, we'll all know.
jig.x

Answer 5

Express no opinion.

Answer 6

chop,y your arm off and write with your toes