Library Resources: CPD160: Introduction to Multiculturalism: Diversity Consciousness Resources

Diversity Consciousness Resources

Developing Diversity Consciousness to Foster Antiracist Practices, Cultures, and Communities
This is a workbook created and provided by the University of Pittsburgh Office of Diversity & Inclusion. The series of information and activities "participants explore and engage six key areas of diversity consciousness development to promote sociocultural growth and empowerment, and ultimately embody the mindset to foster antiracist practices, cultures, and communities."

Multicultural Databases

Access the GCC multicultural database on or off-campus. Simply put in your MEID and password, when prompted. Search by keyword(s) or subject(s) to find informaiton about a particular culture. You can print, email, or save information to your Google drive. The databases also contain a citation feature to help you format your Works Cited or Reference entries for papers.

Gale Reference -- Multicultural Studies This link opens in a new window
This database consists of Gale Virtual Reference's collection of multi-cultural and ethnic studies reference resources.
African American Experience This link opens in a new window
Provides access to numerous reference materials and primary resources related to African American history and culture.
American Indian Experience This link opens in a new window
This online collection features reference content, hundreds of primary documents, and thousands of images. The Perspectives sections pose historic quandaries that invite learners to examine issues from all angles.
Countries, Peoples & Cultures This link opens in a new window
Countries, Peoples & Cultures series is complete with specific information on over 200 countries and self-governing territories, as well as separate appendices profiling 21 types of governments and 10 major world religions.
Ethnic Newswatch This link opens in a new window
Ethnic NewsWatch is an interdisciplinary, bilingual (English and Spanish) and comprehensive full text database of the newspapers, magazines and journals of the ethnic, minority and native press.
Global Road Warrior This link opens in a new window
This resource provides access to country information in various categories. Great database to learn about culture, business, government and other socio-economic information.
Latino American Experience Online This link opens in a new window
Dedicated to the history and culture of Latinos; explores the rich heritage and current culture of Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Guatemalans, Cubans, Colombians, Ecuadorians, and other Hispanic cultures in the US.