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Canadian Culture / Family

... The average Canadian family has traditionally been understood as a nuclear family, with extended family living separately. However, family structures, living arrangements and household dynamics can vary significantly depending on one’s ethnic or socioecono ...

Cambodian Culture / Religion

... The vast majority of the Cambodian population identified as Buddhist (96.9%) in recent surveys. Buddhism is the official religion of the country and public signs of reverence for the religion are evident throughout Cambodia. Of the remaining population, 1. ...

Brazilian Culture / Religion

... Brazil’s religious landscape is as diverse as its ethnic and geographic diversity. According to 2023 estimates,1 most Brazilians in the country identify as Roman Catholic (52.8%), thus reflecting its historical relationship with Portugal and the Catholic C ...

Mexican Culture / Religion

... Mexico does not have an official religion. However, Roman Catholicism is the dominant faith and is deeply culturally pervasive. According to 2020 estimates, approximately 78% of the population identify as Roman Catholic, with 11.2% identifying as Protestan ...

Ethiopian Culture / Etiquette

... Basic Etiquette Avoid passing objects with the left hand. This is customary in some parts of the country. It is advisable to always use the right hand or both hands together in case. It is often considered polite to stand up when someone who is highly resp ...

Saudi Arabian Culture / Etiquette

... Basic Etiquette Saudis generally observe a separation between the functions of the hands. This custom is tied to Islamic principles that prescribe the left hand should be used for removal of dirt and for cleaning. It should not be used for functions such ...

Vietnamese Culture / Core Concepts

... Harmony Humility Face Resilience Filial piety Perseverance Stoicism Modesty Vietnam is a Southeast Asian nation bordering Cambodia, Laos, China, and the South China Sea. Its cultural identity is deeply rooted in tradition but has evolved to incorporate mod ...

Afghan Culture / Do's and Don'ts

... Do’s Be sensitive to the experiences that Afghan refugees have endured. There is a high occurrence of anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder among those that have witnessed the loss of their family and friends. Many Afghans ...

Romanian Culture / Romanians in Australia

... Migration History Romanians began migrating to Australia in significant numbers following World War II under the Displaced Persons program. During this time (1947-1954), the Romanian population in Australia increased by almost 3,000 people ...

Australian Culture / Etiquette

... People are rarely criticised if someone fails to observe formal etiquette (e.g. forgetting to dress smartly). Commenting on someone’s poor manners can be seen as overly formal. Moderate swearing is common among friends and is not always considered rude. ...

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