How to Use Gender-Inclusive Language
Using language that doesn't discriminate against males or females can be difficult to accomplish. However, there are many situations in which gender-inclusive language is necessary: politics, business, and education to name a few. Use the following tips to help you use gender-inclusive language.
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Commit yourself to removing gender stereotypes and sexism from your life. It will be easier to remove it from your communication as a result.
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Practice forms of gender-inclusive language in order to get used to them. Try to put it into conversation as often as you can.
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It can be hard to practice unfamiliar vocabulary, but try to when the situation arises. If you must choose between sexist and an unfamiliar phrase, use the unfamiliar phrase. Practice it until you are capable of using it without second thought. It is more comfortable using words that you know.
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Determine the roots and meaning of words that you are using or plan on using. This can help you to understand language in a new way.
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Try to keep your words and language from becoming repetitive and bland. This can be just as offensive as the words you are replacing them with.
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Double check everything you write before you decide to send it. You may have included something offensive by accident.
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Tips & Warnings
You can't accomplish any task in one day. The use of new gender-inclusive language is going to take some time to perfect.
