The idea of more effective cross-cultural capabilities is captured in many terms similar to cultural competence. Cultural Awareness developing sensitivity and understanding of another ethnic group. This usually involves internal changes in terms of attitudes and values. Awareness and sensitivity also refer to the qualities of openness and flexibility that people develop in relation to others.
Cultural competency emphasizes the idea of effectively operating in different cultural contexts.
Knowledge, sensitivity, and awareness do not include this concept. Texas Department of Health, National Maternal and Child Health Resource Center on Cultural Competency.