Using Inclusive Language

Inclusive language is language that does not discriminate against people on the basis of gender, physical condition or ability, race, ethnicity, age, religion, body size, or any other category. It includes all audience members, helps to sustain goodwill, is fair and friendly, and complies with the law. Not only is using inclusive language ethical; it avoids major problems and lawsuits. This activity is important to ensure your language is bias$-$free and ethical so that you can avoid major problems and lawsuits.

The goal of this activity is to help you avoid non$-$inclusive language in business communication.

Determine the type of non$-$inclusive language that each word, phrase, or statement exemplifies.

The girl at the front desk.

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AIDS victim.

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She is a spry $80-$year$-$old.

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The female engineer on the team diagnosed the problem.

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The deaf kid.

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He is open$-$minded for his age.

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Businessman.

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Mentally retarded.

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He is such a Boomer.

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Managers and their wives.

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Martha is from Mexico, but she manages to get to work on time each day.

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He talked to the male$-$nurse at the desk.

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COVID$-19$ patient.

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Unlike many Asians, Li$-$xiong is not good at statistics.

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Confined to a wheelchair.

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