The UAE population is highly diverse, with over 200 nationalities represented. Approximately 50% of residents are South Asian and 23% are other Arab or Iranian. This diversity is a strength and provides rich cultural experiences. However, people often associate with others who are similar. To appreciate diversity, one should seek to understand different cultures, respect all people, and avoid prejudice and discrimination. Fostering positive relationships with those different than yourself broadens perspectives.

1. UAE Cultural Diversity
Submitted by
Nayef Alsaadi
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Ebrahim Al Sanaani
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2. Cultural Diversity
The UAE is a multicultural society reflect
the diversity of the UAE but are you
aware hoe diverse the UAE is? And
why that’s a reason to celebrate

3. Race, Ethnic Groups and Culture
Race: generally refers to a group with similar
inherited features.
Ethnic group: refers to a group that shares
language, national origin or religious tradition.
Culture: refers to the behaviors and beliefs
characteristic shared by a group of people. The
ideas and behaviors of an ethnic group, for
example, are part of their culture.

4. The Changing UAE Population
UAE is one of the few nation in the
world where virtually every group
represented has its origin in another
country.

5. A Century of Change
Total UAE Population, 2012, by
race
UAE 19%
other Arab and Iranian 23%
South Asian 50%
other expatriates (includes Westerners and East
Asians) 8%
*Source* index mundi

6. What does the future hold for you, me, & us?
According to Dr.Sultan Al Moadhen, a
member from Federal National Council,
said the target is making Emiratis 40% to
50% of the population by 2021, and
account for up to 80 %of the population
by 2030.

7. Appreciating Diversity
Diversity is the reason that emirates, food, fashion,
music, business, and accomplishments are as rich and
varied as they are!
Even in population people often tend to seek out
other people like themselves…
UAE is a tremendous opportunity to meet people
with different culture!
Research shows that people benefit from
positive relations with other people
of different racial and ethnic
backgrounds.

8. Broaden Your Diversity Vista
Make all people and groups feel welcome,
including those with differences in age or
ability.

9. Being Mindful of Others
Respect culture and diversity
Understand gender issues
Improve your relationships with diverse others
Different isn’t bad, it’s just different

10. Diversity in the UAE
The UAE population most diverse settings,
including both students and faculty.
Despite opportunities to mix, people often associate
with their “own kind.”
Our fear of the unknown may keep us close to those
whose background we share.
This prevents us from taking advantage of the rich
opportunities on campus to meet and learn about
people who are different from us.

11. Discrimination and Prejudice in
the UAE
In addition to being morally and
personally repugnant, discrimination is
also ILLEGAL.
Respect & tolerance, on the other
hand, are highly encouraged!

12. Ethnicity, Stereotypes, and Prejudice in the
UAE
Many of us sincerely think that we are not prejudiced, but
experts believe that every person harbors some prejudices.
Stereotypes lead us to view others in limited and limiting
ways. There is so more to people than the social roles they
play, or the groups to which they belong.
We tend to identify with others who are like us, and fear
people who are different from us.
We tend to be ethnocentric—favoring groups we belong to
and tending to think of them as superior.
Some of us are also egocentric – thinking we are superior
to everyone else.

13. Diversity Attitude Scale:
Where are you?
Celebration
“We need each other.”
Affirmation
“I’ve got something to learn from
you.”
Civility
“I respect your rights.”
Tolerance
“You have a right to be here.”
Intolerance
“I’ll work to keep you out”

14. International populatin
The UAE has people from a wide range of countries.
They bring customs, values, and behaviors that may be
different from those of the Emirati citizen.
If you are an American-born student, consider getting
to know one or more international students; it will
expand your education.
If you are an international student, adapting to college
in America may bring some confusion and problems;
for help, read your text and ask your instructor.

15. Improve Your Relationships with
Different Kinds of People
Honestly assess your attitudes
Put yourself in perspective with others
Seek personal contact
Respect differences but don’t overlook
similarities
Search for more knowledge
Treat people as individuals
rather than stereotyping them
Include, don’t exclude