Is it worthwhile to fight for the preservation of one’s cultural heritage (traditions, customs, language, social values...)?

Yes, I think to some extent that it is important to preserve unique cultural traditions. Without things like that people would be less unique, and their experiences and ideas would be the same (more or less) to others. But if cultural heritage becomes too important in society, it can lead to ethical issues. When people only see others by their heritage, they will judge them soley based on their background, and things like this have led to many crimes based on race such as the Holocaust and segregation in America.

Which part of your experience could be useful for connecting with people from a different background and make communication easier?

       Based on where you came from or the things you have been through on life, you might be able to relate to others better. If two people have the same ethnic origin, they will be able to understand and relate to each other better. Things like accent, language, traditions, cuisine, all help people relate to each other. Also if people have gone through the same situation as someone else they will be able to relate to them and will probably feel more comfortable around them. Like if two people both were soldiers in WW2, they could probably relate to each other better than they would an average person. Also, if two people studied the same subject in college, they would have an easier time discussing and relating to people.

       For me, since I am from India, I can relate to people who are also from India. I have an easier time relating to people my age, than people a different age. I can also start a conversation quicker with someone who follows basketball or plays video games. But I think that I can
        be comfortable around people who are totally different from me, background doesn't play a big role.

-SM