Strategies to Foster Inclusive Language at Work

Strategies to Foster Inclusive Language at Work

1h 6mBeginner2021-12-16

Authors

Madecraft

Madecraft

Full-Service Learning Content Company

Suzanne Wertheim

Suzanne Wertheim

Head of Worthwhile Research & Consulting

Course details

In today's world, it's become increasingly important for individuals and organizations to prioritize inclusion. In this course, Dr. Suzanne Wertheim shares one element where everyone can strive toward inclusivity: language. She explores how inclusive language can create a better workplace culture and proves that even the slightest language adjustments can make a big difference. Dr. Wertheim reviews concepts around linguistics and how language works, then goes over common phrases and words that can often have a hidden meaning. She then covers the principles of inclusive language and shares actionable ways to make your language more inclusive. This course shows you how to easily incorporate Suzanne's tactics and start making shifts to your language today.

Skills covered

HR StrategyWorkplace EquityInclusive LeadershipDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)CommunicationHuman ResourcesProfessional DevelopmentLeadership and ManagementOne-Off

Concepts

Introduction

  • Inclusive language

Small Changes, Big Impacts

  • Inclusive language matters
  • Optimizing workplace culture

How Language Really Works

  • Boosting linguistic awareness
  • More than dictionary definitions

Hidden Meanings of Words

  • Framing and word choice
  • Flavor of words
  • Perspective taking
  • Inclusive language evolves

The Principles of Inclusive Language

  • Language that reflects reality
  • Language that doesn't demean
  • Language that respects others

Importance of Names

  • Importance and pronunciation
  • Impacts of misnaming
  • Pet names, diminutives, and nicknames

Power of Pronouns

  • Replacing he or she
  • Presenting your own pronouns

Gender-Neutral Language

  • Importance of gender-neutral language
  • Gendered language to avoid

Inviting Feedback through Cultural Humility

  • Staying up to date

Conclusion

  • Start making changes
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