Last November, I presented at the ASHA 2023 convention in Boston. It was a pleasure teaching other SLPs and students how to leverage cultural humility in their cultural competency journeys. I outline 4 ways SLPs can practice cultural competemility in the profession. You can get the outline for FREE HERE: tinyurl.com/cchandout2

Last year, I spoke wit Rachel Archambault, MA CCC-SLP about how we can be more trauma informed for school aged kids returning from the holidays and inclement weather.

You can watch our episode NOW on the Pediatric Speech Sister Network! https://youtu.be/cqZ652FDwao?si=SOjExv0eBkvb4w9X

I just got word I'll be presenting at the National Black Speech-language Hearing Association Convention in April!

Here are my two topics:
- Introduction to Cultural Competemility in Speech-Language Pathology
- Speech Pathologists Addressing Child Sexual Assault in Black & Latinx Communities

If you haven't looked into different NBASLH initiatives, this is your sign! I look forward to seeing y'all in Raleigh, NC!

Here are some questions you can consider when inquiring about family background: Can you share information about your family background and cultural heritage?
Are there specific cultural traditions or practices that are important within your family?

In our increasingly interconnected world, Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) frequently encounter multilingual learners, especially in multicultural settings. These learners offer a unique blend of cultural and linguistic diversity, presenting both opportunities and challenges for SLPs. This blog delves into effective strategies that SLPs can use to support multilingual learners, ensuring inclusive and effective communication development.

https://content.liricare.com/multilingual-learners-slp-strategies/

Even the most talented SLPs can be impacted unintentionally by implicit biases, which are latent attitudes that can gradually shape their interactions and conclusions. As a result, implicit bias training has emerged as an essential tool for SLPs, allowing them to traverse the complexity of communication with increased sensitivity and cultural competency.

https://content.liricare.com/why-implicit-bias-training-matters-for-speech-language-pathologists/

"Implicit Bias" has become a buzz word across industries. But how did it even come into being? Check out this article by NPR with one of the research pioneers of implicit bias, Dr. Mahzarin Banaji HERE: https://www.npr.org/2016/10/17/498219482/how-the-concept-of-implicit-bias-came-into-being

I'm curious to know the diverse winter holidays that you've seen in your practice/throughout your education? Let me know! I've met students who celebrate Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Lunar New Year.

If you work with African-American kiddos, Kwanzaa-themed activities are great ways to help them feel included during the holiday season. You can check out affordable resources on the Pediatric Speech Sister TPT store! HERE: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Sellers-Im-Following/Add/Pediatric-Speech-Sister-Tpt-Store

Perfect holiday gifts for your SPED team, SLP Secret Santa, CF mentor and mentee ... and YOUR wishlist too!

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