Students will critically examine how cultural diversity, social inclusion and exclusion operate within and shape Hong Kong and contemporary societies. The course takes a multi-level approach to analyzing cultural diversity at micro (identity and interpersonal relations), meso (institutional) and macro (structural) levels, with focus on education, work and participation in social life. The first part of the course provides students a theoretical foundation to explore and analyze cultural diversity and social inclusion. This includes: theories of equality equity, equal opportunities, anti-discrimination, oppression and marginalization. The second part of the course emphasizes the experiences of specific marginalized populations, including: refugees and immigrants (incl. cross-boundary students); ethnic minorities; LGB and T/GNC communities; persons with disabilities; older adults; and people living in poverty. The third part of the course considers intersectionality, intersectionality-based policy analysis (IBPA) and critical reflection on the complexity of analyzing multiple, identity-based realities in a globalizing world. Through in-class participation, individual assignments, intercultural dialogue and teamwork, students will develop important knowledge and skills related to cultural diversity and social inclusion, and their applications in the areas of social policy, social development and/or social work.