Transcultural Competence Workshop – How to connect & work with each other coming from different lived experiences

Tuesday, 21 October 2025, 10 am - 6 pm

How do we navigate relationships when we come from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences? In university settings, as in the broader world, developing the ability to communicate and collaborate across differences is essential. 
This interactive workshop introduces key models for understanding cultural patterns and offers practical tools for recognizing values, identifying communication styles, and addressing unconscious bias in day-to-day interactions. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their own background and explore how it influences the way they engage with others. Using real-life examples and peer discussion, they will also share experiences and practice concrete strategies for navigating differences in an inclusive and respectful way.

content

  • Introduction to models of culture 
  • Predominant concepts of inter- & transcultural competence
  • Perception, stereotypes, implicit bias
  • Patterns of verbal and nonverbal communication
  • Dimensions of time and space
  • Strategies to constructively navigate differences


Methodology
Highly Interactive and Practical
Exercises, Case Studies, Group Work
Sharing of experiences, reflection & debat

Trainer
Mag.a Irene Jancsy
https://irenejancsy.com

Meeting
Tuesday, 21 October 2025
10 am - 6 pm
Besprechungsraum 4
OKPF, 1 floor

Registration Mode
Registration by email to pe@uni-ak.ac.at
by Tuesday, 7 October 2025 at the latest   

If you would like a confirmation of participation or have any questions, please contact Staff Development.
pe@uni-ak.ac.at
01/71133-2156