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Metropolia University of Applied Sciences
Cultural Sensitivity as a Transversal Skill in Social Services
This blog discusses the importance of cultural sensitivity in the social services sector and highlights its impact on the quality of services. It provides an understanding of how cultural sensitivity is a generic skill that improves client work and strengthens the competence of social workers.
Blog
27.6.2025
The text is particularly useful for social workers, students and anyone who wants to understand the role of cultural sensitivity in a multicultural society.
By reading this blog you will learn:
• What cultural sensitivity means in social work.
• Why it is important to develop cultural sensitivity and how it affects client work.
• How cultural sensitivity is reflected in the everyday life and practice of social workers.
Using the knowledge gained to improve your own practice as a social worker and to enhance your multicultural client work. It will also help you to better understand clients' needs and promote their well-being.
Further details
Fields
Health and welfare
Language
English
Author(s)
Eija Raatikainen, Katriina Rantala-Nenonen, Niina Pietilä
Publisher
Metropolia Ammattikorkeakoulu