Inclusive Language in Action

Quick Guide + Mini Checklist

Want your words to work for more people, without getting overwhelmed by “rules”?

This friendly, no-nonsense guide walks you through simple ways to make your language more inclusive, respectful, and effective.

Whether you're writing social posts, websites, emails, or reports, this mini guide helps you spot potential pitfalls and find better alternatives. You’ll see real examples, plain-language swaps, and common phrases that can trip people up, plus tips on structure, tone, and clarity.

Because the words we choose matter, and so does how we share them.

Includes:

• Quick tips to make your content more inclusive
• Real-world rewrites to help you reflect and adjust
• A breakdown of tone, representation, and plain language pitfalls
• Common metaphors that may exclude (and what to use instead)
• A printable and a fillable version of the Inclusive Language Mini Checklist