introduction : face-to-face : learning materials : training of trainers : country-specific : further sources of info

what we do : cross-cultural competence : further sources of info

Here are a few web sites that may be helpful.

• http://www.elite.net/~runner/jennifers/welcome.htm
  How to say hello, goodbye and welcome in 325 of the world’s languages!
• http://www.dialogin.com/
  Lots of articles about cultural issues. Also advertises cross-cultural training events.
• http://www.geert-hofstede.com/
  Geert Hofstede’s website that contains information on his research, including how certain countries score against his different dimensions.
• http://www.economist.com/cities/
  A guide to some of the key cities in the world including a section on history, fact and figures and suggested further reading.
• http://www.global-excellence.com/
  E-zine and articles.
• https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/
  Website for the CIA World Fact Book. Facts and figures on all countries around the world.
• http://workabroad.lycos.monster.com/archives/etiquette/
  Introduction to cultural etiquette in a number of countries across the world.
• http://www.peoplegoingglobal.com/countries.htm
  Country information including some cultural hints and tips on over 100 countries.
• http://www.sietar.org.uk/
  The website of the Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research. There are details of upcoming events and if you join as a member you can have access to their online library.
• http://www.tco-international.com/articles.aspx
  A series of articles written by the TCO consultancy team on issues such as multicultural teamworking, international communication and cultural sensitivity.
• http://www.thtconsulting.com/
  Trompenaars and Hamden Turners website. See the ‘how we do it’ section for information on their research.
• http://www.executiveplanet.com/
  Country information, including some cultural hints and tips on over 100 countries.
• http://www.transitionsabroad.com/listings/living/index.shtml
  Articles, resources and web sites for expatriates and those interested in moving and living overseas.
• http://www.cp-pc.ca/english/index.html
  Cultural profiles of a number of countries focusing on issues such as work, family life, education and healthcare.
• http://www.peacecorps.gov/
  A number of free training packs full of activities available to download including Culture Matters, Building Bridges and Insights from the field.
• http://www.salto-youth.net/
  A range of training resources and activities available to download.

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