Principles of Inclusive Language in Practice


Instead of This Breakout Activity
 
  1. The person who currently lives farthest from their city or country of birth. 
  2. The facilitator will decide on a speaker who will feedback to the whole group, when we return to the Main Room
  3. Please make sure that all voices are heard
Objective:
  • Collaboratively solve common linguistic errors. 
  •  Consider some Principles of Inclusive Language in relation to Protected Characteristics.

There are many Principles of Inclusive Language and Communication

Here is my Summary for Guidance 

  1. Avoid blanket terms 
  2. Use person-centred language 
  3. Consider whether language used implies “normalcy”
  4. Avoid terms which equate the person with a particular characteristic
  5. Avoid stereotyping; positive or negative generalisations
  6. Avoid idioms, jargon, and acronyms
  7. Avoid phrases that suggest victimhood
  8. Avoid outdated terms 
  9. Mention characteristics like gender, sexual orientation, religion, racial group or ability only when relevant to the discussion
  10. Be aware of benevolent ableism/racism/sexism - being effusive about the achievements of people with a specific characteristic when they are going about their daily life and work 

We will now take each Protected Characteristic (Disability, Sex/Gender, Race and Ethnicity) to decide on alternative words or phrases for those given.


Make a note of your team's responses to share when we return to the Main Room.