Cultural Safety

Cultural safety is a framework aimed at ensuring that individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds feel respected and understood in healthcare and other environments. It goes beyond simple tolerance, emphasizing the need for providers to acknowledge and address power dynamics and historical injustices that may affect marginalized groups. By fostering an atmosphere where individuals can express their cultural identities without fear of discrimination, cultural safety promotes better communication, understanding, and overall well-being. Ultimately, it seeks to empower individuals to engage fully and comfortably in their care or services, enhancing their experience and outcomes.