American Values Asian Values Hispanic Values Black Values Native American Values
Values nuclear family and
traditions
Competitive with each
other in their own group
Maintains norms of
colorblindness in terms of
race
Emphasizes importance
of time.
People are perceived as
individual with individual
needs not as members of
a group hence, they
come out as self-
centered.
Highly work driven,
wasting time is not an
option for them.
Straightforward in telling
the truth regardless if this
can stain one’s
reputation.
Practices practicality over
subjective basis of
decision.
They see material things
more valuable than
relationships because it
serves as a “reward” for
them.
They treasure the value
of equality.
Individualism is not as
emphasized unlike in
other culture. They are
perceived more as a
member of a family,
community or other
group.
Has strong religious
belief.
Strongly family
oriented. Includes
extended family and
other members.
Education is placed on
emphasis. It is a
parents’ “goal” to have
their child finish their
studies.
Asians are thrifty and
values saving.
Asians are hard
working because they
set this as a virtue.
Government places
balance on societal
and individual needs.
Places importance in
conforming to norms.
Has strong family
relationship and has
patriarchal structures.
Similar in Asian
cultures.
They use formality in
socializing which is
termed as their
etiquette. Handshakes
are common practice
to them.
In informal settings,
they also tend to be
more light, loud and
fast when socializing.
Being late on a
specific event is
acceptable for their
culture.
Parents instill in their
children to show
honor, good manners,
and respect to others
especially in elderly
and those in authority.
Religion plays an
important role in their
life.
Family members
support each other
and older member
pass their culture and
tradition to the
younger ones.
Older members are
cared by the young
ones unlike in the
American culture
where they strongly
value self-reliance.
Using of the word
“Ghetto” of “nigga” is
potentially offensive.
Seeks solace and
strength in family,
church, and in their
own community.
More present oriented
and believed that
future is the same. It
will still that the idea of
racism and
discrimination.
Matrifocal or the
mother is usually the
head of the family.
Being quiet is not seen
indifferent and
respected in their
culture.
Upholds great patience
and believes that “all
things unfold in time”
and second thought is
considered especially in
social settings.
Cooperation is preferred
than competition.
Decision is yielded by
consensus.
They are cautious with
words and actions
especially in social
settings. Example is
they avoid eye contact
because it may seem
challenging. They value
modesty.
Personal advice to other
people is not usually
done because they
value individual
autonomy.
They work for their
needs not to be wealthy.
They perceive earth and
nature as alive and has
spiritual beliefs. Hence,
they embody respect for
