Difference is an immanent feature of modern society, in which more and more cultures, races, ethnicities, religions and languages are being involved. In the process of social work some serious issues may arise if social workers are prejudiced against the multiple aspects in the manifestation of the above-mentioned human differences. The report analyzes the results from a study, which focuses on the students' attitude towards accepting differences, and the problems arising from a negative attitude. Proposed are ideas for overcoming the negative stereotypes and prejudices.