Responding to Diversity (and Respecting Differences)

This well-produced program on tolerance notes that the world would be boringly predictable if we were all the same. Exploring various types of diversity—including cultural groups, race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, and preferences—Responding to Diversity looks at categories both visible (characteristics including age, etc.) and invisible (learned or experienced behaviors, such as favorite music), examining how stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination arise from negative assumptions or generalizations. Suggesting that “considerate curiosity” would yield better results (a vignette with a young man presuming that a black girl likes hip hop is employed), the program combines interviews with young people, vocabulary and onscreen definitions, illustrative photos, a panel discussion, and review segments. A fine guide to respecting and appreciating the value and needs of others, this is highly recommended. Aud: J, H, P. (J. Williams-Wood)