Consider a time when you, someone you know, or someone with whom you have worked has felt discriminated against as a result of gender bias or sexual orientation. Were there other diverse issues present, such as religion or racial background that made the situation even more difficult, due to family traditions and culture or other related concerns? Describe a scenario, using appropriate citations, that demonstrates how a culturally sensitive human service worker would manage such a situation towards achieving a positive outcome in 250-300 words. Remember that discrimination and prejudice can have many looks and perspectives not just the obvious or publicized. Support your comments with two references and respond to at least two of your classmates.

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Discrimination is sustained inequality between persons due to religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, or other diversity issues. I once worked with an overseas social worker who was a lady of African origin, working in a male-dominated environment. The lady felt discriminated against on the basis of gender and race. The situation was made more complicated because of the differences in culture and religion of the worker. I will discuss how a culturally sensitive human service worker can manage this situation.

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