Forms of living together

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The manner in which the government an population in a pluralist society deal with cultural diversity can be classified as follows:

- segregation
- assimilation
- integration

How can a government put pressure on minority groups to assimilate?

By banning their cultural expression, including their language and religion.

A person - or group of people- coming here from another country is integrated into Dutch society when:

- they have equality before the law;
- they have equal opportunity in the socio-economic field;
- their knowledge of Dutch is sufficient;
- they respect the prevailing norms and values
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How is integration a two sided process?

on the one hand, it is expected of the newcomers that they are prepared to integrate, on the other hand, Dutch society has to make this integration possible. Therefore, integration assumes that the two parties - both the newcomer and the receiving country- are ready to adapt.

What is a 'melting pot'?

cultures and ethnic groups blend with the dominant culture, thus forming a new culture.

What is a 'salad bowl'?

there is mutual influencing of cultures, but cultural groups keep their own ypical characteristics.

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