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Inclusive Language Basics
Communicate without excluding
Using inclusive language means avoiding biased terms and stereotypes, using people-first or identity-first where preferred, gender-neutral job titles, and adjusting when someone shares their preference.
- inclusive language
- bias
- people-first
- gender-neutral
- communication
Avoid Bias
Skip stereotypes; use gender-neutral terms (firefighter, chair).
Respect Preferences
People-first or identity-first based on context/individual.
Review
Check copy for bias; adjust when given feedback.