Inclusive Language | Writing Commons https://writingcommons.org The encyclopedia for writers Thu, 28 Dec 2023 12:32:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://writingcommons.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/cropped-WC-Site-23-32x32.png Inclusive Language | Writing Commons https://writingcommons.org 32 32 Ableist Language – Disability Metaphors – Disability Studies https://writingcommons.org/section/style/elements-of-style/inclusive-language/disability-studies-abelist-language-inappropriate-disability-metaphors/ Wed, 20 Jul 2022 19:34:14 +0000 https://writingcommons.org/?post_type=section&p=45312 What is Ableist Language? Every time you write, whether it is an email, an argument for class, or a social media post, you shape the culture around disability, for better or for worse. Your language reflects your perspectives on disability.  One way that our culture marginalizes and excludes those with disabilities is by defining “normal” ... Read more

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When writers use language that implies a biased or judgmental attitude, the audience may take offense and be less apt to listen to the writer’s argument. Language that is insensitive to gender, ethnicity, or disability should be avoided. Just as writers hope their audience will be willing to respect their point of view, they need to respect the diversity of a broad base of readers.

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