Cultural Reflection 4

The National

A new report from TCO Management Consulting entitled ‘Lack of Integration of the Emirati Workforce in Private Sector’ stated that 43,000 of the 2.2 million private sector jobs are occupied by citizens compared to 495,000 Emiratis work in the government sector.Professor of P.Sc. Abdulkhaleq Abdulla at UAEU argues that the private sector has cynical perspectives towards Emiratisation and that there is a basic implicit inclination against Emiratis in this sector. Whereas, ED of the ENDP, Essa Al Mulla says that there are competent Emiratis who haven’t got the chance they need. He admitted that though the nationals dislike the private sector but it is their job to change the mindset.

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1.Would you prefer to work for the government or the private sector? Why?

I would prefer to work for the government sector rather than the private sectors for many reasons that make the former profoundly surpass the latter.

2.Explain the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Though each sector has its own advantages and disadvantages, yet the government sector favors the private sector in my opinion. In the government sector the pay and the financial rewards are higher, the holidays are more, the working hours are less and flexibility is available. In addition to that it has less stress, more free environment and more training opportunities. Moreover it offers job security and pension which the private sector lacks. On the other hand, the working hours in some establishments in the private sector are more flexible, promotion and progression are more obtainable; besides, some projects would pour fortunes in your lap if you know how to do it!

3. Why do you think there is a negative stereotype about Emirati workers?

I think the existence of the negative stereotype about Emirati workers due to some passive attitudes and deeds of some of the irresponsible Emirati workers who gave that impression and you can find such type of people in every society.

4.Do you believe Emiratisation is important? Why/Why not?

By all means I do believe Emiratisation is important because firstly, the native citizens should repay the blessings of their country by serving it in all possible ways. Second, they are more entitled to enjoy the wealth and prosperity of their own country. Finally, what scratches your skin better than your own nail!

SuMMaRy-3- FuTuRe CeNteR

LSSS 205 LSSS 205 Future Center

 .     What did you learn from the Future Center trip that you didn’t know before?

·        I learnt that the Future Center is a non- profit organization which specializes in the education and rehabilitation of individuals with special needs. And that it is committed to provide these people with the necessary knowledge and skills to enable them to realize their full potential in a safe, caring environment.

2.     What did you get out of the visit personally?

Actually I was appalled by what I saw. I didn’t realize that I am so fortunate with all the blessings I have before I met them. One should thank Al-Mighty Allah for all His gifts and start thinking seriously how to help the less fortunate ones!

3.     Why is it valuable for students studying cultural diversity to visit the Future Center?

A visit to such centers is really valuable for students studying cultural diversity as it enables them to witness practical cultural diversity in reality as a living fact. It is a life concept of dissimilarity and variety of the creation of Al-Mighty Allah for some sort of wisdom that we can’t comprehend.

4.     What are you gaining from this course?

Honestly, this course has opened my eyes to the fact that all people, coming from different walks of life, descending from various origins and roots, having a wide range of thoughts, beliefs, religions, morals, ethnics and ethics are all human beings that should be respected as they all contribute to humanity.

5.     What is the value of diversity?

The value of diversity lies in learning and comprehending how variations in culture and background would affect our life in general.In all aspects, it would help us avoid a narrow focus upon cultural differences alone. It helps us learn the skills to negotiate effective communication, enhances awareness of one’s own attitudes and sensitivity to issues of stereotyping, prejudice and racism.

6.     How did you see that value demonstrated at the Future Center?

I saw that value demonstrated at the Future Center by touching the lives of many students and their families as some of those students have already joined regular and mainstream education. It has prevailed teachers, parents and volunteers who work together in an environment that is supportive and caring.