PT Racial Equity Challenge
Day 13: Words Matter
As we strive to improve conversations about race, racism, and racial equity, one of the fundamental tools we can use to help describe our identities, experiences, disparities, and inequities is language.
Language holds the power to unite or divide us, and to make the person/people to whom you are speaking feel accepted or rejected. To promote a welcoming and inclusive community, it is important that the language we utilize respects and honors different religions, abilities, backgrounds, and identities.
Step 1: Watch
18 Minutes
Step 2: Read
3 Minutes
Inclusivity Language Guide
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Inclusivity Language Guide
Language holds the power to unite or divide us, and to make your audience feel accepted or rejected.
Step 3: Read
2+ Minutes
A Guide to Racial Equity Terms
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A Guide to Racial Equity Terms
This glossary of racial equity terms serves as a starting point to help facilitate conversations and build empathy and understanding.
Step 4: Read
2+ Minutes
What Racial Terms Make You Cringe?
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Reflection
How do the words and terms you use compare to what is detailed in the language documents? What can you do to promote a more welcoming and inclusive community?