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 “ There are no famous Belgians”

Most Common
“Belgians Are Stupid”

“Isn't Belgium Part Of Germany? or

Stereotypes no, Wait, the Netherlands! Or was it
France?”
ABOUT
belgium
Belgium is one of the smallest
countries in Europe.
Tolerance and diplomacy are keywords
in Belgium.
Home to the European Union and
OTAN.
Belgium it a unique combination of
avant-garde and traditional cultures.
RELIGION
11.754.004 Catholic
 Unique aspects
cultural diversity belgium cusine

hero festivals FOLKLORe-RITUALS

RENÉ MAGRITTE (1898 - 1967) TOMORROWLAND FESTIVAL OMMEGANGS

Differences: FLEMMISH VS WALLOON
FLEMMISH REGION
Are the Dutch-speaking people, who live in the
northern.
They tend to be more pragmatic.
Is governed by a coalition of parties.

Are the French-speaking people, who

live in the southern.
Wallonia is also poorer than Flanders
Walloons are more idealistic.
WALLOON REGION is governed by a single party.
 Belgian
WORLDVIEW

CULTURAL STRONG Acceptance

Diversity Sense of structure Of inequality
and independence
 Belgians prioritize work-life balance,
valuing leisure time as well as productivity.

Work and
Many enjoy at least four weeks of summer
vacation.
They are very strict about the traditional

Life practices nine-to-five work schedule, especially in

administrative roles.
 Working Life
The minimum age to work in Belgium is
15 years old as stipulated in the minimum age
for employment which the world labor
organization controls.

The minimum wage in Belgium is 1.950

euros per month.

Almost everywhere in Belgium works 38

hours a week.
 Gender Equality
mATILDA QUEEN IN WORKING LIFE
Prohibition for discrimination (Violence, sexual
harassment, bullying)

MEN AND WOMEN

Must be given equal opportunities in
recruitment.
They are entitled to equal pay for work
of equal value and to the same working
conditions
They must be given equal
fELIPE KING opportunities in terms of training and
promotion
 VALUES AND
bELIEFS
Belgians tend to be tolerant,
flexible, modest, and open-minded.

They value privacy, enjoy a safe and

comfortable life, work hard, and are
self-disciplined.

Belgians tend to be very involved in

their communities and
government.
HOFSTEDE CULTURAL INSIGHTS

Source: (Country Comparison Tool, n. d.)

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GANNON´S CULTURAL
METAPHOR: A LACE
Encapsulates the beauty of this land of contrasts
where different cultures coexist in relative
harmony.

Cooperation and harmony win out over

competition

Individualism is compatible with the control of

very strong family values.

The people are quietly proud of their traditions

and heritage.
 Family
Its role
Family life is a priority in Belgium.

Family members share nearly every

meal.

Parents tend to support children

financially into adulthood.
 Women
role
Equal rights and opportunities in
education, employment, and politics.

They actively participate in the

workforce and hold leadership positions
in the public and private sectors.
Globe Study Cluster

Germanic Europe
Societies that continue to use the
German language

LOW SCORES HIGH SCORES

Humane Orientation Orientation

Power Distance Individualism
Uncertainty Avoidance
Long-Term Orientation
Assertiveness
 Thank You
f o r y o u r a t t e n t i o n
 References
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