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 * Danielle Miller **
 * Creoles **


 * Language- **
 * The French language is the main language in the Creole’s culture. The word Creole actually is referring to people wholly of European descent. Due to Creole being wholly based on European descent, the time the language was derived has no specific date. The Creole language is a stable, natural language developed from the “mixing of parent languages.” Nativization is a term used to describe the coming about of a true Creole. It is the process when a pidgin, AKA a simplified language that develops as a result of two or more groups that do not have a language in common, becomes the native, and primary language of their children and so on. Being Nativized could be a huge help when it comes to the role of a Goodwill Ambassador, due to the practice of dealing with foreign languages. Creoles have been born to interpret and communicate, forming pidgins, used to break down and simplify languages. Constructed by convection, Creoles find means of communication being benneficial to the UNESCO group. **


 * Beliefs- **
 * The Creoles foundation of beliefs come from the Roman Catholic culture. Cultural confrontation was a result from the French colony being transferred to the United States under the Louisiana Purchase. Predominantly Catholic, the Creole churches, especially those in rural areas, are perceived as “missionary districts” by the churches. Voodoo is a big practice in the Creole culture, even being a job many in the culture specialize in. However, southern Louisiana Catholicism has a bit of a twist. Being the strongest carrier of African American based religion, the institutions support ecstatic behavior, and deep spirit posessions as part of a catholic service. In other words, Catholicism in southern Louisiana has been influenced, and is very influential on other cultures/beliefs. Being the very influential culture it is, the beliefs of this culture could be vital to the success of the UNESCO group. The practices and values of Catholicism could be influential to other groups, and can answer many questions without giving biased feedback. **


 * Values- **
 * For Centuries, Louisiana Creoles were very family oriented, putting very little value and even blocking out education or public works. Outside factors had very little influence on determining social status. For instance, class and character defined a person, not the size of their nose or color of their skin. Values of the Creoles, as you can see, have shifted more toward inner qualities of a person. However, being based off of wholly European background, the Creoles value respect and good judgement. Owners of a business depended on best fit for the job, not gender. The UNESCO group could use these values to their advantage. The values that create peace, and equality. Not values based off of materialistic factors. **


 * Behaviors- **
 * The behaviors of the Creoles have altered through past years, but the actions have basically stayed the same. Between language, beliefs, and values, the Creoles were and still are dependant on each other. However, the dependancy of the Creoles on one another creates an enthusiastic “go” at their life. The Creoles are very resourceful people, knowing everything about a situation before acting. The behaviors of a Creole are a perfect match for that of a Goodwill Ambassador. Knowing the situation will prevent impulsive decision making, creating clever findings, and remarkable solutions. **


 * Culturally related challenges- **
 * For some, the Catholic view may be “wrong” or undesirable. The Creoles are very religious, expressive, people. The culture itself is unique, being undefined by law. The creole culture has many African based religions, also having slavery in the background, the culture isn’t fit for all **

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