What is being done to promote cultural sensitivity in healthcare settings? To find answers and solutions to the widespread deficit of cultural competence in the health care industry, this case study interviews a varied sample of five physicians consisting of three men and two women in clinical, academic, and administrative positions. The hypothesis was physicians do not receive cultural sensitivity training in medical school and as a result, they have to find other ways to learn about the cultures of their patients. None of the participants had received formal cultural competency training in medical school and all of them found methods to improve their cultural literacy. The study uncovered the cultural training physicians do receive is sporadic and inconsistent, which can cause some disconnect between education and real-life clinical practice. Many solutions to improve cultural competency in health care delivery are presented. The results of this exploratory research should be used to inspire future conversations about cultural competency in health care as well as the creation of support and educational services and materials to medical students and health care workers on improving cultural sensitivity in clinical practice.

This project outlines an examination of partnerships between Western-based nonprofit organizations and local nonprofits in developing nations. While these partnerships have the potential to address issues of cultural sensitivity and community empowerment, little is known about their best practices and potential pitfalls. This project aims to address this gap by using a case study approach and qualitative methods to examine partnerships between a Western-based nonprofit organization and local nonprofits in Southeast Asia. The project involved semi-structured interviews with staff and board members of all organizations and a review of organizational documents such as annual reports and communication efforts.