The Power Of Culture: Celebrating Cultural Diversity In The Workplace.

31 Oct

Celebrate Your Team's Heritage with a Cultural Team-Building Experience!

What is meant by cultural diversity?

Cultural diversity, often synonymous with multiculturalism, is the principle that different cultures, races, ethnic groups, and beliefs should not only be acknowledged but also respected, value and celebrated. Social and cultural differences enrich our communities and should be embraced, creating an environment where members of various cultural, racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds feel welcomed and empowered to contribute their unique creative ideas and perspectives.

What are the benefits of having a culturally diverse and inclusive company?

There are many benefits of diversity in the workplace:

Creativity & Innovation: Having a culturally diverse workforce can provide many benefits for companies. Firstly, cultural diversity fosters creativity and innovation, as different viewpoints, unique perspectives and experiences come together to give life to new creative ways and alternative approaches to problem-solving, ultimately meeting business and consumer needs in unique and innovative ways.
Productivity: Companies with a diverse workforce are more likely to outperform their competitors, as combining diverse ideas, perspectives, and experiences enhances the workforce's problem-solving abilities and can result in stronger business strategies and increased productivity. An inclusive workplace can also improve employee well-being, increasing motivation and leading to higher business productivity.
Market Expansion: Another benefit of having diverse individuals in the workplace is that it provides companies with a competitive advantage when entering new markets. Familiarity with local laws, regulations, language, and culture can contribute to a smoother and more successful product launch.
Employee Recruitment & Retention: A culturally homogeneous company may struggle more than a diverse one to attract prospective employees from a diverse talent pool. Additionally, it is more at risk of losing talent, clients and investors to competitors whose company culture has a stronger commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Why is it important to celebrate cultural diversity?

As the world becomes more globalised, and it becomes the norm for diverse teams of different backgrounds and nationalities to come together in the workplace, celebrating our differences regularly is not only the right thing to do but also highly beneficial for the organization. Embracing cultural diversity fosters inclusiveness, cultural sensitivity, and tolerance, making employees feel accepted and valued in the workplace. It encourages an inclusive culture and inspires openness to new ways of life, promoting acceptance, combating discrimination and building a sense of unity.

What are the ways to celebrate cultural traditions and diversity?

There are many ways of celebrating cultural diversity in the workplace. Exploring a new art form, trying out a new cuisine, mastering a new dish, learning a traditional musical instrument, or discovering other cultures through quizzes and seminars are all meaningful ways to embrace our rich cultural heritage and experience a diverse world of perspectives, beliefs, and ways of life. Companies can celebrate diversity by promoting inclusive policies and equal opportunities in the workplace, hosting diversity seminars, and committing to the celebration of international festivals and cultural holidays together with their employees. Explore our activities below to find unique ways to celebrate cultural diversity with your team!

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Our Activities To Celebrate Cultural Diversity In The Workplace.

Looking for a fun and creative cultural activity?

Henna Art Workshop.

What is it? Henna is a natural dye made from the leaves of the Henna tree. The leaves are crushed into a reddish-brown paste that can be used to create intricate designs on the skin. This skin-dying technique has been used since ancient Egyptian times and is now a common art form among South Asian, Middle Eastern, and North African cultures. Popularly used to ornate the body during celebrations and religious holidays, it is associated with beauty and protection, bringing good fortune to those who wear it.

The workshop? Learn the ancient cultural traditions behind henna painting and create your own intricate Henna patterns. Applying or creating henna is relaxing, some may even say meditative, so get ready to unwind and relax with your colleagues! You’re able to create designs on your hands, or choose between canvas or candles to work on.

Rangoli Art Workshop.

What is it? The art of Rangoli originates in India, where materials like red ochre, dry rice flour, sand, powdered limestone, flower petals, and rocks are used to create colourful patterns on the ground. Patterns range from simple shapes to more complex and intricate designs. Especially popular during the festival of lights, Diwali, these patterns symbolise prosperity and good fortune and are often used to decorate entrances.

The workshop? Learn the practice of creating Rangoli Art, using traditional materials. Although traditionally created on the floor, his can also be made on tables, our host will provide a tablecloth. Due to the nature of this temporary art style, make sure to bring your cameras to capture your art work.

Traditional Chinese Bracelet Making.

What is it? Macramé bracelets take their name from the technique used to create them. The method involves tying knots of various styles to form complex patterns and ultimately give life to unique accessories. The most common materials used for this technique are cotton, hemp, or nylon and colourful beads.

The workshop? In this cultural experience, participants will learn three different braided bracelet techniques and make two bracelets with their choice of different charms. They will about the cultural background of the bracelets and use traditional Chinese Macramé techniques to make them.

Block Printing and Calligraphy.

What is it? Block printing is an ancient method of printing text, images, or patterns. The technique involves carving a design into a block of wood, metal, or another material. Then, inking the surface, and pressing it onto paper or fabric. The raised parts of the block transfer the ink, creating a printed image. This technique is still widely used in East Asia for printing books, textiles, and other artwork. Calligraphy is the art of producing beautiful handwriting, focusing on the aesthetics of the letters and symbols. The art of calligraphy is popular among various cultures worldwide, but it is an especially important aspect of Chinese culture.

The workshop? Participants will gain a cultural understanding of asian traditions and make at least four different prints and some calligraphy work. They will be able to take their work home and use it as a decoration.

African Drumming Workshop.

What is it? African drumming originates in Africa where traditional instruments such as djembe, conga, and talking drums give life to irresistible melodies. On top of being popularly used in cultural practices and religious observances, this music style is so captivating that it has become a global music phenomenon.

The workshop? Our African drum team building events bring the raw energy of one of the oldest musical traditions. Get immersed in the rhythm when you become a part of this empowering group sound. Our expert facilitators lead the team on a fun African rhythm journey which teaches some basic techniques and then takes you on a rhythmic adventure.

Rum History Tasting & Cocktail Masterclass.

What is it? Rum is a distilled alcoholic drink that comes in a range of styles and flavours. The invention of Rum has its roots in the 17th century Caribbeans where the fermentation of sugarcane from the plantations gave birth to the now world popular drink. Rum quickly grew in popularity, boosting the region’s economy and becoming associated with sailors and the trade of goods and people. Nowadays, the Caribbeans are still widely renown for their amazing Rum production, where local culture gives rise to unique flavours and styles.

The workshop? Explore the tastes of the Caribbean with your colleagues with this feel-good rum tasting and cocktail making experience. You will taste three different rums, using each of them to then create three delicious cocktails! Our host Alexis will lead your experience, joined by one of our mixologists. Combined, they have over 60 years’ experience of mixology mastery and deep cultural competency. We also have our resident Caribbean DJ to play tunes to get you in the Carnival mood, mixed in with some favourites from your chosen genre.

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Looking for a more educational cultural experience?

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Seminars.

The workshop? We have a range of seminars which are focused around wellbeing, diversity and inclusion awareness training for employees. They encourage employees to discuss uncomfortable topics. Choose a topic from our range and learn about the history behind the topic, what it means and how to help yourself and others implement these learnings into your workplace and everyday lives. They work to kickstart DEI initiatives in the workplace and are great for Black History Month office ideas that don't just work as a symbol for solidarity but actually make a difference and create an inclusive environment for your organization in the long term.

Edutainment Supperclubs.

The workshop? Our host Niyi bring global flavours to life, and more importantly he brings a sense of excitement and accessibility to cooking. Niyi empowers individuals to explore delicious flavours from around the world. You can book a themed supperclub for your team with our chef Niyi. He can cook for your teams a 3-course meal whether you’re celebrating a team success or maybe a seasonal occasion such as Black History Month. In this supperclub you could enjoy African dishes such as Jollof Rice & Plantain, Nigerian Egusi Stew, Moroccan Tagine with Cous-Cous. Niyi always provides background on the dishes he creates and their cultural significance. These supperclubs are a well-rounded experience and a form of valuing diversity especially for important seasonal occasions such as Black History Month.

Trivia Game.

The workshop? If you want the latest interactive, challenging and engaging quiz experience… you’ve come to the right place! You will use a unique digital quizzing platform to answer with the fastest finger first on your mobile device. Option to customise: Not only can you choose your desired rounds to achieve your event goal, this trivia experience allows you to customise the experience by creating a personalised round for your employees. The quiz will be designed before your event date by our team with your personalisation requests, including your custom round, a logo, company colours etc.