The phenomenon of interaction of cultures in the modern society

Abstract

Migration brings cultural diversity to contemporary societies, but the question if the process is beneficial or detrimental to human history remains unanswered. As far as the phenomenon of multiculturalism has become an acute issue nowadays, its advantages and disadvantages are described, and the events that caused the emergence of the term are considered. In the article, the concepts of multicultural, cross-cultural and intercultural approaches to building a society are explained and compared. They are presented as the alternative ways of putting an end to discrimination and racism. The necessity of achieving a balance between assimilation and preserving diversity, which would mean respect for and recognition of differences, is substantiated and defined as a primary goal of peaceful coexistence of diverse cultures throughout the world