Cultural Diversity
Cultural diversity refers to the differences among individuals based on their personal experiences and attributes.
A person's culture may include their race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, nationality, language, religion, political affiliation, and socioeconomic background. Additionally, cultural norms may be influenced by these differences, such as peer and social group interactions and family or community values.
Often, cultural and linguistic diversities are mentioned together (CLD). While cultural diversity may often include linguistic diversity, the two terms are not interchangeable.
Special educators must be culturally responsive to all students, especially those students with disabilities whose culture may influence their educational decisions and outcomes.
- (-) All (74)
- Pages (3)
- Blogs (16)
- Events (1)
- Store (14)
- Journals (33)
- Webinars (6)
- Partner Resources (1)
Related Materials
Culturally Relevant Instruction: Teaching for Everyone’s Success!

Cultural Responsiveness in Data-Based Individualization and Literacy Assessment for English Learners

Are You Inclusive? Developing Culturally Responsive Practices

But What Does It Look Like? Instructional Strategies for Exceptional CLD Students
Behavior Today Newsletter 39(4)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Children's Literature
Celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion with inclusive children's literature.
Publish, Flourish, and Make a Difference

Living Autism Out Loud, LLC

Ms. Sturdivant is also the mother of a 12-year-old son who is on the Autism spectrum. After facing challenges finding appropriate providers to meet the needs of her family, she founded Living Autism Out Loud (LAOL). Living Autism Out Loud, LLC (LAOL) was founded with the goal of decreasing and eventually eliminating cultural barriers that Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) parents face when accessing services and supports for their children with Autism and/or Intellectual Developmental Disabilities. By including the "parent voice" in professional supports and services, LAOL focuses on