… are all examples of gender-discriminatory, even sexist language. They imply that all police officers are men and … bias and enforce gender stereotypes. To help you use language and images which are modern, inclusive and treat …
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… they can trivialise women. Example Gender-discriminatory language The usherette helped me to my seat just as the actress came on stage. Gender-sensitive language The usher helped me to my seat just as the actor … kitchen and novel to see the effect of the –ette suffix. Language which refers to people unknown to you in terms of …
… Although gender-neutral language can be a way of overcoming the use of the male as generic, this form of language is not always appropriate. It may ignore key gender … of the subject under discussion. Furthermore, although the language may appear to be neutral, custom may mean that in …
… are men. In a gender-equal society it is important to use language that recognises that these posts can be held by … with gender-neutral terms. Examples Gender-discriminatory language Manmade fabrics can actually require less man power to produce than natural fabrics. Gender-neutral language Synthetic fabrics can actually require fewer human …
… the common experience. Examples Gender-discriminatory language The responsible citizen will report anything … suspicious he sees to the police. Gender-sensitive language The responsible citizen will report anything … he or she sees to the police. Gender-discriminatory language Each applicant must submit his resumé. Aaron Amat, …
… talk about inanimate objects. Examples Gender-insensitive language The ship slipped her moorings. Gender-sensitive language The ship slipped its moorings. Gender-insensitive language Delegates are free to make presentations in their …
… as an insult, often to mean weak or ineffective. Using language in this way is sexist. Do not employ gender … like a girl, Shutterstock Examples Gender-insensitive language Paul’s effeminate handshake did not impress his new … salespeople need a firm handshake. Gender-sensitive language Paul’s weak handshake did not impress his new boss, …
… with no gender description. Examples Gender-insensitive language The eco-action group chairman Moni Patel works … committee Matthieu Dubios to plan events. Gender-neutral language The eco-action group chair Moni Patel works closely … Matthieu Dubois to plan events. Gender-insensitive language Priti is a career woman*. Gender-sensitive language …