My name is Carla Valpeoz and I have a Master’s in Social Justice and Conflict Transformation. I have studied and worked in different countries over the past twelve years. I currently live in the United States. Exchanges with diverse cultures brought me to working directly with immigrants; teaching English and pushing for policies that would ultimately benefit them and give them more rights.
This reading will explore Culture Shock and Reverse Culture Shock; helping in detecting the symptoms, and walking through a series of steps for the purpose of overcoming the obstacles that may be felt at different stages. By using personal examples, concepts, and models, travelers will be able to overcome challenging situations and lead them to becoming a multicultural individual.
Through this reading we will have the opportunity to learn about one of the many coexisting subcultures. Who are the blind and is this a culture of blindness? Be ready to learn about a group of people that live their lives among the sighted but are many times in the invisible.
This reading will explore Culture Shock and Reverse Culture Shock; helping in detecting the symptoms, and walking through a series of steps for the purpose of overcoming the obstacles that may be felt at different stages. By using personal examples, concepts, and models, travelers will be able to overcome challenging situations and lead them to becoming a multicultural individual.
Through this reading we will have the opportunity to learn about one of the many coexisting subcultures. Who are the blind and is this a culture of blindness? Be ready to learn about a group of people that live their lives among the sighted but are many times in the invisible.