Intercultural or Cross-Cultural Communication

A form of global communication based on interactions between people from different cultural, religious, social and ethnic backgrounds. Through such communication individuals are able to develop a common understanding of each other’s cultures and perspectives. The concept is of growing significance to the field of global business, as organizations have to rethink their strategies to manage cross-cultural diversity in the workplace. Other areas of relevance include politics, education, health, and tourism.

External links and references

• Intercultural Communication Law & Legal Definition
• Modes and models for transcending cultural differences in international classrooms (Steven R. Van Hook, University of California)
• WYSE International ngo
• International Association for Intercultural Communication Studies (IAICS)
• International Association for Translation and Intercultural Studies (IATIS)