GUIDE Session: Intercultural Conflict Series: Part 2 - Navigating Intercultural Conflict

This workshop is the second session in the Intercultural Conflict Series and builds on the concepts introduced in Part 1 (Understanding Intercultural Conflict).Part 2 explores how cultural differences show up in practice through the Intercultural Conflict Styles model, which describes four common ways people approach conflict.

Participants examine the strengths and challenges of each style and consider how different styles interact. The session then shifts to practical strategies for navigating intercultural conflict, with an emphasis on flexibility, face awareness, and respectful communication.The workshop is highly interactive and includes a guided case study, allowing participants to apply concepts and practice adapting across conflict styles in a realistic scenario.Open to faculty, staff, and international scholars.

Registration is required!Part 1 is strongly recommended but not required. About GUIDE: Global Understanding, Intercultural Development, and Engagement Sessions The GUIDE Sessions provide professional learning opportunities for faculty, staff, and scholars who want to strengthen their ability to work effectively across cultures and support international students and colleagues.

These interactive sessions offer practical tools grounded in intercultural research, helping participants refine their communication skills, deepen cultural understanding, and create more inclusive academic and workplace environments.

GUIDE Sessions are open to all campus professionals and do not require prior experience with intercultural training. Participants are encouraged to attend multiple GUIDE sessions to build a well-rounded foundation in intercultural competence.

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