Developing Cultural Understanding & Reducing Individuality
Developing Cultural Understanding & Reducing Individuality In our diverse world blooming with culture, it is important that we find ways to bridge gaps between different cultures, ideas, and ethnicities. The Pasalabuk Festival in Dipolog, the main topic of Francis Cabrera del Rosario’s article entitled, “Getting Together in Dipolog”, shows off a fantastic example of how cultural festivals can deepen understanding and togetherness among various ethnic groups. We will go and explore how exactly this festival help in making an effort to showcase different backgrounds, customs, and traditions as well as how it aims to eliminate any prejudices, biases and discrimination. We will then discuss any additional strategies that can be used to improve relationships between cultures. This festival in Dipolog usually houses a great celebration that brings together all kinds of people from Mindanao. Muslims, Lumad, and Christians alike all come together to promote peace and harmony thro...