Words matter- Sharing Stories

Words Matter
Sharing Stories
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BurgerschapsonderwijsHBOStudiejaar 3

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Words Matter
Sharing Stories

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Questions or thoughts on Words Matter?

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Keep in mind:
When or why is this word possibly sensitive?


Which word could you use alternatively?

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Hut

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We

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Which word do you use for somebody that can not hear?
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deaf
B
Hearing-impaired
C
Deaf

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How can you address a person or group in a gender inclusive way?

Slide 8 - Open question

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Would you tell a person that he/she/they is/are fat?
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Yes
B
No

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Fat

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Which uncomfortable/ sensitive words or situations have you encountered in your work/ personal life?

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 Tips
  • Use the name/ pronoun that people give themselves. 
  • Check if names/ words have a problematic history or are subject to discussion. And make sure that it is appropiate that YOU use that name/word.
  • Be careful with the word "still" and diminutives.

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 Tips
  • Only use we/they when it is very clear who you refer to.
  • Be aware of the image that a word can bring to mind.
  • Apply a word or description to youself/ your culture.
  • Research your own perspective, what are your assumptions/ possible blind spots?

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Tips
  • Be open, interested, ask questions, talk and listen!
  • Don't be afraid to make mistakes.
  • Apologize for mistakes you make/ have made and learn from them.
  • Be aware that you are now making an "informed choice". 

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Lisa Kleeven
Senior coordinator education
lisa.kleeven@wereldculturen.nl

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