You're Doing It Wrong: The evolution of cultural competence | Raquel Martin | TEDxRutgersCamden

Have you ever been to a cultural competency training and thought it was a complete waste of time? Dr. Raquel Martin has, and she has a message for all those who have felt this way: you're not a terrible person, most of these trainings completely miss the mark. Dr. Martin shares the history of cultural competence, how we have lost the original vision of the concept, and methods to remedy this issue. Because therapy can't be the only safe space, we must improve the human experience. Dr. Raquel Martin is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Assistant Professor, and Research Scientist that holds her PhD in Medical and Clinical Psychology. Dr. Martin specializes in racism related stress, racial identity development, and anti-racist and anti-oppressive care. Dr. Martin is passionate about mental health education, activism, and critical consciousness. As a practicing psychologist, Dr. Martin works directly with patients to help them identify and resolve emotions, beliefs, and thoughts that are impacting their mental health. As a research scientist and author, Dr. Martin contributes to the growing narrative regarding mental health disparities, racial identity, and trauma based interventions. Finally, as a professor, Dr. Martin mentors, educates, and advocates for the next generation of clinicians. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@charleslane1086]

Dr Martin, we have all witness cultural intolerance. We all know there is a problem. We have know this for years. The issue is no one seems to be able to come up with a solution that works for everyone.

[@mariefrancea]

I absolutely love what you said about therapy being unable to fix it all because it is a larger societal issue. But we can be part of the solutions. TY

[@tammyk9431]

Thank you for speaking our truth in such a way that people can't ignore our daily experiences. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@oneloveja8445]

Well said Dr. Martin 👏🏽

[@Indigonatural]

Omgoodness. This is everything. This is chock full of everything. Truth,.and solutions. Thank you

[@shannondavis4365]

Thank you so much for all you do to educate! I look forward to listening to you anytime you want to teach

[@jenniferealymig85]

Thank you for speaking up for us❤️❤️❤️

[@MxDomestic]

Omg you’re amazing! Thank you for speaking this into light.

[@ottabee]

So very powerful, filled with so much truth, love, and strength. THANK-YOU Dr. Martin for sharing your MEDICINE.

[@bethegreenus4000]

This is so well-said. Thank you so much for your leadership.

[@ceceh4984]

This was great. Thank you for this.

[@kalijay88]

Thank you 💞💞💞💞

[@tafunn]

I wish there was an emoji for mic drop! Keep teaching because you are like a drink of water in the desert with the knowledge you shared in this talk.

[@yolandaclemons5612]

Awesome presentation. True and relevant.

[@shaunam7731]

Very informative and valid thank you for this

[@cheryljackson2753]

Thank you for your in-depth clarification of what cultural competence is. Too often I hear individuals who have not studied or research it say that it is an end point and I do share about Dr. Sue's point for clarification. I really appreciate all that you shared.

[@laurirae]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽yes! folk would rather NOT engage with someone who is not like them.

[@Havinganokaytimethanks]

Speak sis

[@AdrienLegendre]

Good talk in this critical evaluation of cultural competence. It would be useful for DEI programs to be evaluated scientifically. What are the desired outcomes and what methods are most effective for achieving these outcomes? Also, a science based approach will most likely be embraced rather than a ideologically based (CRT) approach.

[@duppyshuman]

Thank you;)))

[@jj35040]

🔥🔥🔥

[@WithAmanda.]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾♥️

[@doubledutchfilms9517]

I hope the DEI space catches up to real life experience. Put the textbooks down and get to know the folks your talking about

[@chakkimisrael90]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Wonjeezy32]

👏🏾💜

[@stsmith77]

I'm sorry for being dense, but why are the trainings usually in February?

[@virgilb.clairvaux5513]

Because it's the shortest month.

[@terra_tory]

🔑🔑🔑🔑🔑🔑

[@AndyFromBeaverton]

Current anti-racism training in schools, businesses, and government is teaching racism. I can't think of anything more dangerous than teaching people to judge others by the color of their skin.

[@emily16338]

so what is the solution?

[@danielnosuke]

It's not about solutions. If people stopped these so-called trainings or just went back to being regular people not fixated or categorized by race, they'd be out of a job. Race-hustling is big business.

[@dianajennings7767]

yes there are some people with a closed mindset and bias. It can also go both ways. People of color have used bias to size me up when I had an emergency situation. A school age girl didn't want to play with my daughter because "she was white". So, everyone needs to treat everyone equal regardless of background, race, or culture. They need to come up with an updated oxygen meter, everyone needs optimal care.

[@WHYLBEE]

Are you serious...your response to the systemic racism addressed in this podcast is to say it works both ways, evidenced by the fact that a child didn't want to play with you because you were white. While that likely hurt you when you were a child, it probably didn't have the same impact as institional racism. Unbelievable.