What is in a Pronoun?: Why Gender-fair Language Matters.
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Abstract
MINI: Mounting evidence demonstrates that gender inequity is perpetuated by language. As such, understanding the ways in which linguistic bias reinforces gender and other stereotypes is paramount to creating a culture of inclusivity. This perspective reviews the science detailing the ways language reinforces gender inequality and offers strategies to reduce linguistic bias.
Medical subject headings
- Linguistics
- Sexism