Multidimensional Facets of Cultural Competence

Figure 3. The foci of cultural competence: Individual, professional, organizational, and societal.
This ecological model depicts the features of cultural competence at different levels.

 

Continuum of Cultural Competence

Continuum of Cultural Competency chart.
Cultural competence is a complex framework; the achievement of cultural competence includes movement across this continuum.

 

Elements of Cultural Competence

Elements of Cultural Competence chart.
This figure illustrates how building skills within the elements of cultural competence can address inequities at a broader level, as well as, improve individual outcomes.

 

Resources on Cultural Competence and Allyship