Heavenly Resort Business Plan

Heavenly Resort Business Plan The Heavenly Resort, Puerto Princesa Palawan Philippines is a boutique hotel within Palawan Island. Heavenly Resort is boutique hotel offering  32 exclusive rooms. The Heavenly Resort  property is convenient and strategic location within the city. Also with the high level of personal service guests receive, create a memorable experience and the extensive range of comprehensive business facilities  available in  unique settings. The Heavenly Resort has 32 exclusive rooms with a pool on the roof top and is targeting corporate guests with a two to three night stay requirement.Foreign retiree guest with a three to six months stay, foreign and local tourist with a one to two weeks stay requirement and family, scuba divers, backpackers, trekkers, bird watchers, spelunkers, explorers and even honeymooners. Differentiating the type of business service offered, and sustainable green innovation from that of the competition, will assist not only in building the Heavenly Resort brand as a whole, but will attract frequent touristtravellers, who require a higher level  of personal service and recognition than they can receive at competitive boutique hotel in Palawan. This will provide the Heavenly Resort with an opportunity to leverage its core competencies as regards servicing the tourist traveller in a unique and innovative environment. Description of the business concept The first Exclusive Business Boutique Hotel/Resort with restaurant is wholly managed with five teams. The team  specializes in occupying strategic, inner city locations and serving primarily corporate clients, foreign and local tourist. Market Needs Palawan Island is one of biggest city in Philippines and the famous holiday destinations for foreign and local. Due to the influx of tourist in the area, there is lack of accommodation with little competition for a boutique hotel. The Heavenly Resort offers value and benefits to our clients, over and above the standard of our facilities and affordable rates. We seek to provide our guests with an exemplary  personal service, and level of recognition that they have come to rely upon. We provide our guest with a relaxed environment which they cannot find at larger, more impersonal competitors. Our guests need to know that they can develop a relationship with the hotel that will ensure efficiency, value for their  money and reliability in supplying them with the support they need, when they needed it. The Heavenly Resort operates in a city with a very strong sense of community, and we want to stay an integral part of that community. The Target Market The Heavenly Resort is a boutique hotel comprising 32 guest rooms, a pool,and restaurantand specializing in servicing corporate guest, foreign and local with the family. Our key clients are originating from both international and domestic  markets from Scuba divers, backpackers, trekkers, bird watchers, spelunkers, explorersand yes, even honeymooners. The strategic location of the property is the key to its success in these areas due to the proximity of the nearby white sand beaches and resorts where guests can take a plunge or bathe in the sun and beautiful scenery. Key to our business success is the level of customer loyalty and repeat  business. We offer our guests unique ambience amenities,when styled in a boutique manner both inside the rooms and within the hotels conference facilities. Our guests feel that they can conduct their business from within a less austere atmosphere than can be experienced in our competitive properties, where there is less personal recognition. They appreciate being called by name when they arrive, and having staff remember their specific requirements, time and again. This is the key in developing the relationship beyond an initial stay and evidences our added value in relation to competitive properties in the vicinity. The Competitive Advantages (Innovativeness)(Arvind) The Team (April Chris) Market Research and Analysis Market Analysis Table 1:   Tourist Volume in Major Destinations, January-May 2010/2009   Destinations 2010 2009 Growth Rate Metro Manila 848,518 724,572 17.11% Cebu 734,531 703,965 4.34% Boracay Island 378,694 337,664 12.15% Camarines Sur* 348,139 344,459 1.07% Baguio City 318,677 373,820 -14.75% Davao City 275,658 273,492 0.79% Zambales 159,025 157,591 0.91% Bohol 143,276 139,162 2.96% Camiguin Island 105,262 90,269 16.61% Negros Oriental 102,394 98,738 3.70% Cagayan 83,822 80,739 3.82% IlocosNorte 81,724 88,366 -7.52% Puerto Princesa City* 73,986 54,754 35.12% Total 3,653,706 3,467,591 5.37% * January-March data only.   No data provided for April and May Source of Data:   DOT Regional Offices/Local Tourism Offices/Accommodation Establishment. Market Demographics Market Geographics: Puerto Princesa, Philippines is a city centre in Palawan Island, with a population of 157,144. Overall Island population is 640,486. Market Demographics: The community in Palawan are migrants from other regions in the Philippines and Foreigners who create business activities. Market Psychographics: There is a strong small business ethic in the community, and many family-run enterprises have been prospering for generations.   There is also a strong sense of community and a high level of awareness as regards to caring for the environment. Market Behaviours: Businesses in the area choose to support one another wherever possible, be remaining loyal to long standing relationships with customers and suppliers. This acts as a means of investing in, and supporting the community structure. Market Trends Market trends can be categorized as follows: Foreign and Domestic tourist. Puerto Princesa City tourist traffic grew by 21% with foreign and domestic visitors increasing at double digit level of 23% and 21%, respectively.   The upgrading of Puerto Princesa Airport paved the way to increase flight frequencies from Manila and other island destinations in Central Philippines.   Likewise, the efforts of the City Government of Puerto Princesa to develop new tourist products attracted more visitors and enabled prolonged stays.   By year 2010, total tourist traffic in the top destinations is forecast to grow by 15% as domestic travel movement continues to increase and international tourist markets recover from economic slack. Market Growth The growth rate of the target markets has been increasing over the past five years. The foreign tourist has grown at an average of 12.81%, and the domestic tourist has grown at an average of 2.12%. Puerto Princesa City has 117,000 visitors annually. 41.78% are foreign and 35.4% are domestic. The tourist volume in 2009 is 54,754 and in 2010 are 73,986. The overall growth rate is 35.12% which is the highest among other tourist destination in Philippines. The Company The Heavenly Resort, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan Philippines, is a Boutique Hotel and Restaurant. Offering 32 exclusive rooms with complementary breakfast,and offer an affordable signature cuisine local and continental. Mission The Heavenly Resort is dedicated to providing its guests with the highest quality of service and creates a memorable experience. We seek to deliver on our promise of value and quality above all else. We value our place in the community and will work to develop those relationships and to respect and protect our environment. We will continue to strive to create value for both owners and shareholders whilst honouring our brand values and encouraging our personnel to develop themselves in an environment of trust, loyalty and encouragement. Service Offering Service: high-quality facilities accompanied by exemplary personalised service, differentiated from competition in line with the overall brand strategy has proven to be a successful approach generating high levels of repeat business. Positioning The Heavenly Resort is positioned as a unique boutique hotel, foreign and localtravellers strategically located and offering a high level of personalised service. Ourfocus is on offering our guests value added  and differentiating ourselves in our levels of personalised service. We provide a  quality hotel memorable experience where guests are valued, respected, delighted and their business is truly appreciated. SWOT Summary The following analysis highlights the internal strengths and weaknesses of our organization and the opportunities and threats facing the company in our external environment. We must work to improve our areas of weakness. Organizational strengths must be leveraged in order to capitalize on external opportunities as they arise, and contingency plans formulated in order to deal with threats presented by the environment. Strengths Strategy: strong differentiation strategy. Skills: diverse range of service skills within management and staff. Style: strong, participative culture. Staff: specialized and experienced staff that is motivated and highly skilled. A well trained team who are proud of their hotel and  respect and promote the brand values. Shared Values: clear and well communicated. Brand Strength: brand values well represented engendering brand loyalty amongst existing and new guests. Reputation: a strong reputation within the local market and corporate and travel trade markets for reliability, exemplary service and quality. Weaknesses Strategy: differentiation strategy needs to be more clearly communicated externally, within local and national markets. Systems: formal systems result from the detail oriented work and environment. Interdepartmental communications could be improved. Staff: seasonal turnover requires ongoing training and orientation of new staff. Facilities: certain rooms require renovation and upgrade as regards technical equipment, such as high speed Internet access and laptop links. Opportunities Market: high growth since a huge influx of tourist. Competitors: no direct competition exists at present, in terms of the boutique business property niche. Suppliers: strong, long-term relationships  established with suppliers. Guest Dependency: repeat corporate clients based on personalised service and quality, in a small but unique and innovative environment. Threats Market Entry: potential for a competitive, global brand to enter the market with a similar product. Substitutes: fully furnished and serviced business apartments offering lower daily rates. Economy: recovery from slight recession may take time. Competition Although no direct competition exists, in terms of the boutique-style property, other five star hotels and serviced apartments, chalets do compete for the same business sector. Growth and Share (Adam please produce a graph for this) Competitor Price Growth Rate Market Share Casa Puerte (BB) $60 Legend Hotel (3star) $150 Asturias Hotel (4star) $200 Heavenly Resort $75 Average Total Competitive Analysis #1 #2 #3 #4 Competitor Legend Asturias Casa Puerte Heavenly Product and/or Service Legend Asturias Casa Puerte Heavenly Quality 6 7 4 8 Selection 5 7 5 6 Price 6 6 6 6 Other 0 0 0 0 Location and Physical Appearance Legend Asturias Casa Puerte Heavenly Traffic 4 5 7 7 Appearance 4 7 6 8 Visibility 7 6 7 9 Convenience Factors 7 6 6 8 Other 0 0 0 0 Added Value Factors Legend Asturias Casa Puerte Heavenly Pre and Post Sales Service 3 5 4 7 Experience 7 8 6 9 Expertise 6 7 5 8 Reputation 5 9 6 8 Image 6 9 4 8 Stability 6 8 4 9 Strategic Alliances 0 0 0 0 Other 0 0 0 0 Other Marketing Activities Legend Asturias Casa Puerte Heavenly Established Sales Channels 0 0 0 0 Advertising 0 0 0 0 Post-purchase Support 0 0 0 0 Incentives 0 0 0 0 Loyalty Components 0 0 0 0 Other 0 0 0 0 Total 72 90 70 101 Marketing Plan Marketing Strategy Our marketing strategys objective is to communicate the unique set of services that we offer to discern hotel guests. We attempt to direct the focus of our guests to the issues of quality and value for the  money as opposed to simply the bottom line costs associated with their stay. Our marketing strategy will allow us to communicate our brand values, develop close working relationships with our customers and suppliers and to identify the needs of our guests in an effective manner. Continued differentiation and growth are two goals we have set for ourselves. Growth will take place by targeting Foreign and local tourist. Value Proposition Heavenly Resort offers the best, most personalized service for the corporate traveller, foreign and local. We provide good ambience facilities in very room. We include creative design in every room, such as a unique amenity according their culture and nationalities. Critical Issues We have much strength including our differentiation strategy, and highly skilled and well trained staff. Our weaknesses involve the need to communicate our strategy more clearly in the external environment, our high staff turnover and training requirements due to seasonal fluctuations. Although there is a low to medium threat of a competitive brand entering the market, there are also opportunities as regards the high level of dependency of our guests for our particular service and our strong position within the community with both customers and suppliers. Critical issues for the Heavenly Resort include: Continuing to differentiate from our competition and offering added value to our guests. Retaining our current levels of repeat business and developing further customer loyalty in a competitive market. Nevertheless, smart boutique hotels must continue to adapt to the incessantly changing needs, tastes, preferences, and fashions in order to remain competitive in the flourishing boutique hotel market. Financial Objectives Increase overall room revenue. Accomplish growth within the given budget. Increase corporate contracted rates to reflect the return of confidence in the tourist travel market. Keep payroll expenses  down  and reduce the level of overtime within the workforce. Marketing Objectives To continue to communicate our strategic objectives to our target markets effectively. To provide a positive hotel memorable experience to all our guests. To accomplish our growth targets within the given time and budget. Expand our markets and identify new markets for our product and services. Messaging It is critical to the success of the Heavenly Resort to make sure that the hotel is kept up to the highest level in order to keep the high quality service that Heavenly Resort properties are known for. Our messaging will reflect this high standard that we want to be associated with. We need to print brochures from the recycled material to retain our green environment in front of our customers Branding The Heavenly Resort, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan Philippines, is first boutique hotel in Palawan.Heavenly Resort is boutique properties, offering 32 exclusive rooms. The Heavenly Resort  property is convenient and easy access locations within the city. Also synonymous with the brand are the high level of personalised service guests receive, with its unique architecture and design of every rooms.   Strategy Pyramids Our marketing strategy is to focus customers attention on the high quality of the services we offer. Within this strategy are three main points aimed at different market segments. We will provide: The Best and affordable facilities Personalized Services Unique and innovative Amenities Marketing Mix Place: product and service information  are sold to the guest via personal selling, direct marketing, advertising  and the Internet. Delivery channels include travel agents and international  reservations systems. Product Marketing Product: green innovation with high quality ambience facilities accompanied by exemplary personalised service, differentiated from competition quality with the overall brand strategy to be a successful approach generating high levels of repeat business. Pricing Pricing strategy has been consistent with the differentiation objective, to provide added value for a reasonable rate as opposed to discounting and de valuing our products and services. Room rates quoted are net of tax and service, are per night, per room with local and continental breakfast included: Single $65.00; Double $75.00; Family $75++; Deluxe $ 95.00; Suite $125 (maximum occupancy 2 persons). Promotion Promotion: primary focus will remain on mass communication via print ads in trade publications and on the Internet. Direct mail campaigns to existing and prospective clients will increase as a cost effective means of targeted campaigning. Personal selling in the local market will remain an important element of the mix in order to continue to build long-term relationships within the local region and generate  high levels of corporate activity. Public relations activities will continue to play an important role in the marketing mix, presenting the hotel as a supportive member of the community and  participating in significant local events. Advertising Direct Marketing Our direct marketing will be handled by our PR agency. We will buy select targeted list of corporate companies and send them information about Heavenly Resort. We know that we are no experts in direct marketing so it will be important that our PR agency handles every aspect of direct marketing for us. Web Plan Needed: New home page design and navigation Online reservations  capability Printable brochure Website Goals Our website needs to be able to do the following: Convey our messaging of high quality, unique and innovative accommodations Be indexed on major travel websites so that people find us Be able to take reservations online and make changes to reservations online Website Marketing Strategy Our main website marketing strategy hinges upon making sure all major travel sites such as Expedia.com, Orbitz.com, and Hotels.com list our hotel when customers search for hotels in our area. Development Requirements To attain the level of interactivity we want in our design, we need to increase the features allowed (security for  reservations and credit-card processing, daily back-ups, and real-time database linking) and service-level of our hosting service. This will slightly increase our monthly hosting fee. Service Our hotel provides guests with an alternative to the impersonal, boutique hotel properties in the city. Strategically located, our property enables our guests to be at the heart of the city and yet in an environment of calm, serene and professionalism. We seek to differentiate our product and services in the following areas: Personal recognition of our frequent travellers who return time and again. Unique rooms that offer a sense of relaxing and memorable experience. Staff that have a strong customer-service ethic. Green Innovation amenities second to none in town. Sales Plan Our sales plan hinges upon our sales strategy, sales process and, prospecting plan. As long as we follow the plans laid below we should be in good shape. Sales Strategy Riverview Hotels sales strategy hinges upon repeat visits by key corporate accounts. We need to develop a relationship with the companies listed in our Sales Account Plan, as well as actively generate new accounts by soliciting first time corporate, foreign and local visitors. It will be important to remain competitive on price, as well as amenities. The corporate accounting department wants to make sure they limit the amount of money spent per night per employee on a business trip, but the foreign/local traveller will be able to express preference. If the price is right, and the foreign/local traveller knows that they will have all amenities they need while at the Heavenly Resort, we will be assured of keeping and attracting key accounts. Sales Process We will be sure to mail out corporate packets every 6 months to our key accounts, as well as any new accounts we acquire. The packets will have information about corporate pricing and discounts, as well as information about rooms and amenities for the companies to share with business travellers. The biggest piece of our sales process will depend on personal relationships. We will need to make every foreign/local traveller feel like we remember them and we know their likes and dislikes. We also need to cultivate good relationships with the person at the company who makes travel arrangements. Prospecting Plan Whenever a new customer stays at our boutique hotel we need to be able to determine whether it is for leisure or business. If it is for business we need to make sure to get the customers business name and address so that we can send a corporate packet to the company letting them know about corporate pricing and special business amenities. Management Team Controls Our marketing plan is structured to enable us to achieve the strategic goals we have set for  ourselves, in terms of increasing overall revenue as a result of differentiating our products and services from the competition. Our marketing team will ensure that the plan is implemented to the best of their ability and with the highest levels of efficiency and accuracy. Implementation All figures will be monitored on an ongoing basis in relation to projections versus actuals, and the ongoing plan will be altered or manipulated as necessary in order to react to and, wherever possible, anticipate external changes to the environment. Annual results will be evaluated at the Region General Managers meeting where the structure of the plan for the approaching year will also be established. Keys to Success Continue to develop ongoing relationships with frequent and new guests. Continue to develop and implement a strong communications plan in both national and international markets. Leverage our strength in the local market as a member of the community by supporting local events. Identify new markets for our services such as University-based target groups. Continue ongoing staff training and skill development to ensure the highest standards of service. Contingency Planning Contingency plans have been made for the following unexpected developments: A slower recovery from the recession than public opinion: this has been  reflected in the  moderate increase in  levels of corporate business expected. The entry into the market of a competitively aligned hotel: differentiation would continue to be the strategic approach with the development of added value and benefits to leverage long standing relationships and repeat business based on familiarity and personal attention to detail. Marketing Organization Our marketing director, April Huang, leads our PR and marketing team of  four in all advertising, promotional and public relations related activities. April works closely with the members of the team, to implement and monitor the effectiveness of the marketing plan and evaluate results. Design and Development Plans (Grace) Risks Management(Grace) Risk reduction(grace) Exit strategy(Grace) Financials (Sample Only for Adam) Our annual marketing budget is $100,000. Sales are anticipated to achieve revenue of $1,172,925. Our marketing expenses will equate to approximately 8.5% of the overall revenue. Break-even Analysis Fixed Costs Cost Rent or Lease $0 Professional Services $1,000 Payroll $10,000 Interest Payments $2,000 Utilities Telephone $5,000 Non-discretionary marketing expenses $0 Other $0 Total Fixed Costs $18,000 Break-even Analysis Monthly Units Break-even 145 Monthly Revenue Break-even $19,929 Assumptions: Average Per-Unit Revenue $137.14 Average Per-Unit Variable Cost $13.28 Estimated Monthly Fixed Cost $18,000 Sales Forecast Room revenue for this year is based on an average growth rate of 10%. This is based on the number of pre-contracted corporate rooms, and an anticipated return to business levels projected. Sales Forecast FY 2006 FY 2007 FY 2008 Unit Sales Corporate Single 1,925 2,118 2,118 Corporate Double 3,665 4,032 4,032 Corporate Deluxe 2,695 2,965 2,965 Corporate Suite 268 294 294 Total Unit Sales 8,553 9,409 9,408 Unit Prices FY 2006 FY 2007 FY 2008 Corporate Single $95.00 $95.00 $99.00 Corporate Double $125.00 $125.00 $135.00 Corporate Deluxe $175.00 $175.00 $195.00 Corporate Suite $225.00 $225.00 $240.00 Sales Corporate Single $182,875 $201,210 $209,633 Corporate Double $458,125 $504,000 $544,253 Corporate Deluxe $471,625 $518,875 $578,175 Corporate Suite $60,300 $66,150 $70,560 Total Sales $1,172,925 $1,290,235 $1,402,620 Direct Unit Costs FY 2006 FY 2007 FY 2008 Corporate Single $7.86 $11.00 $11.00 Corporate Double $13.92 $13.50 $13.50 Corporate Deluxe $17.50 $18.50 $18.50 Corporate Suite $0.84 $0.00 $0.00 Direct Cost of Sales Corporate Single $15,138 $23,298 $23,293 Corporate Double $51,033 $54,432 $54,425 Corporate Deluxe $47,163 $54,853 $54,853 Corporate Suite $225 $0 $0 Subtotal Direct Cost of Sales $113,558 $132,583 $132,570 Expense Forecast Marketing expenses are projected to be approximately 8.5% of overall annual revenue. The breakdown of  expenditures is as follows: Marketing Expense Budget FY 2006 FY 2007 FY 2008 Print Advertising $10,600 $11,600 $12,826 Internet Advertising $21,000 $23,100 $25,410 Public Relations $6,000 $6,600 $7,260 Other $21,000 $23,100 $25,410 Total Sales and Marketing Expenses $58,600 $64,400 $70,906 Percent of Sales 5.00%

Rick Hansen in Grania Litwin’s Perpetual Motion

Defeating fear in our minds is the biggest challenge. In Perpetual Motion, written by Crania Litton, Rick Hansen defeats the biggest challenge in both his body and his heart, and teaches people to find and achieve their life goals. His courage, perseverance and generosity mark him as one of the most venerable role model in human history. With a firm ambition and consistent strive, Hansen conquers a hardship which almost destructed his heart before. His courage and confidence brings positive influences to those who suffer from predicament and illuminates people to overcome difficulty bravely.When trapped in endless pain and despair, he did not give up himself; instead, he chose to â€Å"focus on something [he] could do, set goals. â€Å"(paragraph 1 7) Trampling down affliction by turning to improve himself is a great victory. This action inspires people to face challenge and surmount it by themselves. Hansen encourages people by both using his impressive experience and giving power ful words. He proves to the world that he is never defeated by physical disability: â€Å"He pushed his chair 40,000 kilometers around the globe, wrought 34 countries, up mountain ranges, through freezing blizzards and along the Great Wall. (paragraph 2) Also, he tells people to be brave in stepping towards their ambition and never think about failure because ‘the only thing that stops people reaching for their dream is fear of failure. â€Å"(paragraph 23) His success not only rehabilitates himself but also emanates hope to people who hesitate to take their first step towards their goal. Never stopping going forward, Hansen does not satisfy in making only himself successful. He aims to help more people who ever encounter same problems.Hansen founded Rick Hansen Man in Motion Foundation, whose â€Å"consciousness-raising efforts helped raise funding of $158 million. â€Å"(paragraph 9) His role model is as significant as the money he has granted to better â€Å"specialize d treatment centers, new imaging technology, exceptional neural and spinal surgeons. â€Å"(paragraph 8) Hansen persists to change the world with his endeavor and inspire people to live a better life. Even though in wheelchair, Rick Hansen still lives a much more fantastic life than most people. Never being defeated by fear and pursuing ambition no

Religious and Ethnic Groups Essay

Buddhism is a religious group as depicted from the world’s history that began in the 6th century BCE, in today’s Northern India. Buddhism was founded by a wealthy man of Indian dysentery called Siddhartha Gautama. Siddhartha Gautama’s main concern was to teach people how to realize great spiritual development. These teachings focus on areas like tradition/customs, beliefs, ethics, meditation and philosophy and making people more enlightened; Buddha means ‘to awaken’. To the religious group boast of a huge following of about 300million across the world including 0. 7 percent of U. S. A’s religious composition based on U. S’s Census Bureau Document (Seager, 2012). Buddhism is a religious group that differs broadly from other groups in America. The difference is eminent in the way they carry out various practice. Some examples are worship, beliefs, culture, doctrines, and in other routine practices. Buddhism, unlike other religious groups, believes in the existence of only one Supreme Being ‘God’. In contrast to most groups, Buddhism spirituality is of personal discipline rather than faith in ‘God’. A lot of differences may be present when attempting to draw a comparison between Buddhism and the other religious groups in America. Buddhists Experience in America Buddhism has received its fair deal of mixed reception from other religious avenue. Some people have good perception and understand their teachings seek to uphold good morals and values. Buddhism also seeks a harmonious co-existence with other people in society even if they are not practicing the same religion. Others have perceived them as having a bizarre view deeming its operation as being mysterious. Buddhism is unique in conducting their routine religious practices and beliefs. Some religious groups have upheld Buddhism, not as a religion but merely a philosophy (Seager, 2012). They have even incorporated some practices like meditation as an art of realization physical and emotional well being as yoga in pursuit of reliving off stress. They have also sorted in some Buddhism cultural element and used them to perfect their own religions. Contribution and Discrimination of Buddhism Historically in American culture Buddhism has contributed adversely in development of America’s culture. Many Buddhists doctrine and daily routine practices are borrowed and used to blend America’s culture. Example of such practice teachings of how people perceive life and attitude, changed Buddhism has mentored Great America’s scientists and philosophers (Seager, 2012). They borrow ideas from Buddhism teachings. Some of the ways in which Buddhism is practiced in America include stress reduction treatment. In addition, famous movies and songs based on Buddhism, such as Seven Years in Tibet, Little Buddha, The Matrix, and Star Wars, has helped the advertisement industry. Another instance is the Master Card commercial that shows an image of Woman Meditating. There is an increasing number of Americans who visit the Buddhist temples and also practice meditation in privacy. Buddhist Fellowship organization is a very large group that promotes peace, environmental advocacy, and conducts homeless and prison outreach. Buddhism has experienced discrimination minimally compared to other religious groups. Discrimination happens within its own religion and culture primarily against Buddhist women. All Buddhist women are ordained to follow laws and disciplines such as bhikkhunis. However, Buddhist nuns have come together to fight for their rights. The source of this prejudice was because the Buddhist nuns have increased in number and they want to eliminate them from the religion. Buddhism has helped me learn about meditation which can be used in reducing stress and as a way of relaxing. Asian Ethnic Group The Asian American comprises of a 5% of the American population (Espiritu, 2011). In the recent years, the Asian ethnic group is considered among the fastest growing group in America. The Americans refer to subgroups such as the Chinese, Filipino, Indians, Koreans, Japanese and Vietnamese. Most Asian Americans were born in America while others have been the immigrants who have settled in America. Asian differs from the other ethnic groups because from history Asians have continued to follow their religions, unlike many other groups. The Asian Americans are known for their diligence, strong family values and their respect for education, authority, and discipline unlike any other ethnic group in America. Asian American Contribution and Discrimination The Asian American has contributed greatly in the formation of American society. These contributions include constructions of railway, joining the military and protecting the Americans. Asians have also contributed in creating internet sites such as youtube and yahoo. The Asians have influenced other areas like fashion, religion, science and culture. For instance, the kung fu culture of the Chinese is greatly employed in Hollywood while creating action movies. Acts of discrimination towards Asian Americans in America are similar to other minority group. This racial discrimination bars the Asian American from participating in politics (Espiritu, 2011). The reason Asian Americans are discriminated against is Americans consider them foreigners. In conclusion, Buddhism is an Asian practice which the Asian have practiced almost all their lives, but this practice came to be known only in recent years. Discrimination of Asian Americans means that their religion, cultures, and practices are discriminated against. Buddhism is different from Asian Ethnic group because Buddhism is a practice done by the Asian communities. Discrimination should never be practiced in America because America is a multicultural society and the majority of people in America are citizens by birth. References Espiritu, Y. L. (2011). Asian American pan ethnicity: Bridging institutions and identities. Philadelphia: Temple University Press. Seager, R. H. (2012). Buddhism in America. New York: Columbia University Press.

The Battle Of The War I - 1627 Words

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