{"id":76502,"date":"2023-10-02T03:34:36","date_gmt":"2023-10-02T03:34:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/?p=76502"},"modified":"2025-04-28T10:17:29","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T10:17:29","slug":"dive-in-festival-inclusive-language-in-the-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/de\/global-impact-series\/dei\/dive-in-festival-inclusive-language-in-the-workplace\/","title":{"rendered":"Dive in Festival &#8211; inclusive language in the workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide post-content-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a world that is ever-changing, it\u2019s become increasingly necessary for HR leaders to place additional focus on DEI and adhere to a constantly evolving narrative. No matter how big or small the actions are, simple steps such as using more inclusive language within the workplace can play a significant role in setting the right tone for a more progressive and inclusive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"471\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_2-1024x471.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-76506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_2-1024x471.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_2-300x138.png 300w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_2-768x354.png 768w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_2-1536x707.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_2-2048x943.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I had the opportunity to join the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diveinfestival.com\/\">Dive In Festival Words That Unite: Mastering Inclusive Language<\/a><\/strong> session this week. This was highly informative, and there are some key highlights that I thought were worth sharing with our Frazer Jones HR community:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-can-we-do-to-use-more-inclusive-language\"><strong>What can we do to use more inclusive language?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Avoid stereotypes and trigger words\/phrases that are assumptive and judgmental.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For example, \u201c<em>You\u2019re too young\/old to understand\u2026<\/em>\u201d \u201c<em>Back in the day, we did it this way\u2026<\/em>\u201d \u201c<em>We need someone young and tech-savvy\u2026<\/em>\u201d \u201c<em>You look really young\u2026<\/em>\u201d This can make an individual feel that they are being judged on certain things like their age, appearance and skills which can create an environment where someone may feel less willing to contribute due to fear of judgement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you don\u2019t feel comfortable using words to describe yourself, it\u2019s likely stigmatising language. A certain condition should not define a person\u2019s identity. Phrases such as \u201c<em>A person with depression<\/em>\u201d rather than \u201c<em>A depressed person<\/em>&#8220; will less likely generalise the individual and make them feel more human rather than being attached or defined by the said word.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Create an environment that is inclusive and non-judgmental by asking the individual how they would like to be addressed. <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For example, what are their pronouns and what words are they comfortable with? Simple things like adding your pronouns to your email signature can also make a huge difference in showing awareness of diversity and make you more approachable to trans or non-binary individuals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-we-do-this\"><strong>How can we do this?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Understand the reason behind our actions.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually, it\u2019s a lack of knowledge that causes us to be fearful and apprehensive when approaching specific topics especially if it\u2019s unfamiliar ground. We should be taking accountability and do our best to research more, educate ourselves and others around us, so that we understand the meaning behind why specific language is or is not inclusive rather than just following what others are doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>It\u2019s OK to mess up, it\u2019s about taking the first steps in wanting to be more inclusive that\u2019s important.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be curious and don\u2019t be afraid to ask someone what is important to them or how you should be addressing them, clarify with the person you\u2019re engaging with what words you should be using. This not only shows that you are being respectful of them, but it also demonstrates the efforts on your end and the attitude you have about wanting to be more inclusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Be open-minded and show awareness.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s important to know your power, privilege and motivation. By doing the self-work and taking responsibility, we can channel this positive energy and take the necessary steps to be more inclusive of others, but this requires us to have the right mindset and open-mindedness that comes with it first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_1-1024x674.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-76503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_1-1024x674.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_1-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_1-768x506.png 768w, https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/10\/Divein_1.png 1449w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8222;Diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) is a topic that is of vital importance to us at Frazer Jones and The SR Group and we are proud to be an incredibly diverse office and part of a highly diverse HR community here in Singapore. Internally, we launched <strong>\u201cBelong25\u201d <\/strong>\u2013 a project driven and owned by our employees that formed the backbone of our diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives group-wide, with the intent of challenging one another, changing what doesn\u2019t work and celebrating what does! Through ongoing employee listening and with the support of a specialist DEI consulting firm externally as well as strong and proactive employee networks and focus groups, we\u2019ve uncovered our blind spots and helped build our strategy ensuring we are accountable for driving meaningful change. We aren\u2019t na\u00efve about the challenges ahead in the ever-evolving workplace, but we are committed to our goal of inclusion in all aspects of what we do, for everyone who works with and for us.\u201d <\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/consultants\/charlotte-matthew\/\">Charlotte Matthew<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Executive Director, Frazer Jones Southeast Asia<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Special thanks to the Dive in Festival team and AIHR team for hosting this informative session that allows us to continue to collaborate and share knowledge and best practices. We&#8217;ve certainly shared the latest tips and advice internally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are a HR professional based in Singapore, and you wish to be informed about our latest HR insights or involved in our HR community networks and programmes, such as our <strong>CHRO \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/career-advice\/frazer-jones-and-pwc-view-from-the-top-chro-insights\/?&amp;utm_source=linkedin&amp;utm_medium=organic_social&amp;utm_campaign=pwc_fj_chro_insights_&amp;utm_content=event\">View from the top<\/a>\u201d<\/strong> or \u201c60 seconds with a rising star\u201d for HR Executive and\/or high potential talent, do get in touch with one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.frazerjones.com\/consultant-location\/singapore\/\">Frazer Jones team<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n\t<div class=\"hd-block hd-block-author\" 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