Inclusive Language Style Guide (2023)

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Inclusive Language Style Guide? ›

Avoid words and phrases that indicate gender bias, such as irrelevant descriptions of appearance. Use descriptors of gender identity or sexual orientation as modifiers, not as nouns (for example, transgender person, cisgender person, or lesbian woman). Avoid guessing sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

The Inclusive Language Guide is a resource to support people in our sector who have to communicate in English to think about how the way they write can subvert or inadvertently reinforce intersecting forms of inequality that we work to end.

The Linguistic Society of America (LSA) in its Guidelines for Inclusive Language, defines inclusive language as “language that acknowledges diversity, conveys respect to all people, is sensitive to differences, and promotes equal opportunities.”

Use person-first or identity-first language as is appropriate for the community or person being discussed. The language used should be selected with the understanding that disabled people's expressed preferences regarding identification supersede matters of style. Avoid terms that are condescending or patronizing.

These reflect the principles of inclusive language: use gender-neutral terms; avoid ableist language; focus on people not disabilities or circumstances; avoid generalizations about people, regions, cultures and countries; and avoid slang, idioms, metaphors and other words with layers of meaning and a negative history.

The 3 Cs Inclusive Practices Model – Culture, Collaboration, and Coaching.

Best practice in inclusive education requires access to and implementation of three major components: academic inclusion, social inclusion, physical inclusion.

The defining features of inclusion that can be used to identify high quality early childhood programs and services are access, participation, and supports.”

Inclusive language can help to promote and embed equality, diversity and inclusion. We need to practice empathy and consider the impact of the words and phrases we use on the experience of others. Everyone has different individual personal preferences about language and identity.

What does inclusive instruction look like? ›

An inclusive classroom is a general education classroom where students with and without learning differences learn together. Inclusive classrooms are welcoming and support the diverse academic, social, emotional, and communication needs of all students.

Inclusive writing is accessible and welcoming to everyone. It avoids using words, expressions or assumptions that could exclude or offend anyone.

A standard double room is 278 a night inclusive of breakfast and dinner. I've gone to great lengths to be inclusive of all viewpoints. You have to be inclusive of everybody. 4,790 for a three-night stay, inclusive of flights.

Being inclusive means that you act based on the belief that everyone has inalienable rights. For example, people have the right to: Express themselves without being penalised for certain differences. Choose an occupation and engage in work that pays a competitive wage and allows them to use their abilities.

Using gendered language such as “girls and boys”, “ladies and gentlemen” can be alienating for gender non-conforming and gender diverse students. Avoid this by using vocabulary such as “students”, “class”, “crew”, “everyone”, “people” or “year X”, which is more inclusive.

Inclusive language acknowledges diversity, demonstrates respect and promotes equitable opportunities for everyone. Inclusive language should not demean, insult or exclude people based on race, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, disability, religion, age, or immigration or veteran status.

There are seven barriers to Inclusive Education: Attitudinal Barriers, Physical Barriers, Inappropriate Curriculum, Untrained Teachers, Inadequate Funding, Poor Organization of the education system, and Policies as barriers.

What is the 3 D model of inclusion? ›

The three dimensions of the framework are: Recognize, respect, and design for human uniqueness and variability. Use inclusive, open & transparent processes, and co-design with people who have a diversity of perspectives, including people that can't use or have difficulty using the current designs.

When speaking, face the light and look directly at the person, keeping your hands away from your mouth. Avoid smoking or chewing gun during conversations. Use short simple sentences and avoid writing and speaking at the same time. Be especially patient when talking with a person with a speech impairment.

Inclusive education is approached from three dimensions: the creation of inclusive cultures, the production of inclusive policies, and the development of inclusive practices.

Employees are treated with respect. Employees are valued for their strengths. Leaders do what is right.

Inclusive language aims to directly address the reader, either personally or as a member of a shared group. This involves using such words as us, we, you, our. Example text: It is time for us to show our belief in the value of mateship and a fair go, and give generously to the Good Friday Appeal.

So try using “people experiencing homelessness” or “people living in the streets” instead of “the homeless,” “a person living below the poverty line” instead of “the poor,” “people who use drugs” instead of “drug users.”

“Inclusive teaching involves deliberately cultivating a learning environment where all students are treated equitably, have equal access to learning, and feel valued and supported in their learning.

What is the best example of inclusive design? ›

Inclusive design products are accessible to as many users as possible without requiring disabled persons to buy a special model. Some examples include smartphones, automatic doors, large-grip kitchen utensils, e-readers with adjustable print sizes, and everyday voice assistants.

The four main types of writing styles are persuasive, narrative, expository, and descriptive. In this blog post, we'll briefly explore the defining features of these four writing styles. For more help using these writing styles, schedule an appointment at the GWC!

A diversity and inclusion statement demonstrates a company's commitment to building an inclusive, varied workplace welcoming to people of all backgrounds. Much like a mission and values statement, the diversity and inclusion statement is, ideally, more than just a marketing exercise.

Other examples include using “person with a disability” rather than “disabled person” and “person living with diabetes” instead of “diabetes patient” and avoiding “suffers from” when referring to people with chronic diseases.

When we use inclusive language, we show respect and understanding for all individuals regardless of their intellectual disabilities, sexual orientation, gender, race, or neurodiversity. We acknowledge that everyone has unique strengths and challenges.

Language Guide hopes to help eliminate economic barriers to computer assisted language learning, which promises to revolutionize language learning, promote cultural understanding, and reduce excessive identification with a particular culture or county. It is a registered non-profit organization.

Valuing, respecting, and affirming an individual's identity contribute to improved health outcomes, and the language used to communicate with individuals about themselves and their communities plays a critical role in affirming identity.

To feel safe and capable, people need healthcare environments that are free from stigma, bias, and discrimination. In that way, inclusive language plays a key role in helping to make healthcare settings physically, emotionally and psychologically safe places where people can do well, consistently.

Which of the examples is a example of inclusive design? ›

Installing gender-neutral restrooms provides an inclusive space where people don't need to label their gender and choose based on it.

Encourage training and development: Don't overlook formal training. Training and development programs can educate staff about recognizing unconscious biases to challenge assumptions. Create development opportunities for women and minorities: Women and minorities receive fewer assignments that can spur career growth.

It's language that makes people feel included—language that doesn't discriminate based on a person's race or ethnicity, sexuality, gender, age, ability, or socioeconomic status.

A key to fighting the stigma around mental illness is to use inclusive language. This is also known as person-first language and de-stigmatizing language. It conveys that someone is not defined by their condition. How you speak about mental health should reflect that.

There are four basic aspects of language that have been studied: phonology, syn- tax, semantics, and pragmatics. Phonology is the study of the sounds of a language.

Equitable language means not only using (and avoiding) particular words but paying attention to whom you write about, how you tell their stories, whose points of view are included and whose are absent — whose voices are amplified and whose perspective is assumed.

Hebrew—as well as French, Spanish, Italian, Arabic, and other languages—uses binary pronouns, which means that gender identities outside of he/she and male/female don't exist in any formal capacity. In Hebrew, even the word “they” is gendered.

Others argue that “they” should be adopted as English's standard third-person, gender-neutral pronoun in all writing and speaking contexts. “They” is the most respectful way to be mindful of those of all genders.

What is a gender neutral term? ›

Gender-neutral language is a generic term covering the use of non-sexist language, inclusive language or gender-fair language. The purpose of gender-neutral language is to avoid word choices which may be interpreted as biased, discriminatory or demeaning by implying that one sex or social gender is the norm.