Instead of:
* "Manpower": Use "workforce," "staff," or "personnel."
* "Chairman": Use "chairperson," "chair," or "leader."
* "Mankind": Use "humankind," "people," or "humanity."
* "Guys": Use "everyone," "folks," "all," or "team."
* "He/she": Use "they/them" as a singular pronoun, or rephrase the sentence to avoid gendered pronouns.
* "The average person": Use "most people," "many people," or "people in general."
* "Third world countries": Use "developing countries," "low-income countries," or be more specific.
Examples:
* "The team will work together to achieve their goals." (Instead of: "The guys will work together to achieve their goals.")
* "All students are welcome to join the club." (Instead of: "All the boys are welcome to join the club.")
* "The person who called in sick will be missed." (Instead of: "The person who called in sick will be missed by the team.")
* "Let's all work together to make this project a success." (Instead of: "Let's all work together to make this project a success, guys.")
Key takeaways:
* Use gender-neutral language: Avoid using gendered terms when referring to people in general.
* Be mindful of assumptions: Don't make assumptions about people's identities or experiences.
* Use inclusive language: Choose words that are respectful and welcoming to everyone.
* Be specific: Avoid vague or general language that could be exclusionary.
* Avoid stereotypes: Don't use language that reinforces negative stereotypes about any group.
Remember, inclusive language is about being considerate and respectful of everyone. It's a matter of creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued.