Below you will find a variety of resources dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic writing and communication. Our goal is to provide tools and strategies that help create a more inclusive and respectful learning environment for all students. Explore our guides, articles, and best practices to enhance your understanding and application of inclusive language in your writing and teaching.
The Purdue Global Student Accessibility Services page offers comprehensive support and resources to ensure students with disabilities receive equal access to educational opportunities and accommodations.
The APA Style Bias-Free Language page provides guidelines for using inclusive and respectful language that avoids perpetuating bias and stereotypes in academic writing. It covers topics such as age, disability, gender, race, and ethnicity, offering practical examples and recommendations for unbiased communication.
The APA's Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Language Guidelines provide recommendations for using language that promotes equity and inclusion across various dimensions, such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and ability. These guidelines help ensure that communication is respectful, accurate, and free from bias.
The provided infographic provides guidance for students at Purdue Global who feel excluded or struggle in their classes, highlighting resources available to support their academic success and well-being.
The APA Style guidelines on bias-free language provide comprehensive instructions for writing that respects and accurately represents people of diverse backgrounds, focusing on topics such as age, disability, gender, race, and socioeconomic status to promote inclusivity and precision in scholarly communication.
The APA Style guidelines on general principles for bias-free language offer detailed recommendations to ensure that scholarly writing is inclusive and respectful. These principles emphasize the importance of specificity, accuracy, and sensitivity when describing individuals and groups, thereby promoting fairness and reducing the risk of perpetuating stereotypes or prejudicial attitudes.
This article offers a framework for teachers to identify and address various forms of oppression in their classrooms, using theoretical insights and practical strategies to foster a more equitable learning environment.
The Q&A with Tiffany Jewell on We Need Diverse Books discusses her book This Book Is Anti-Racist, exploring its purpose, the importance of anti-racism, and how it empowers young readers to recognize and combat racism.
The page on the Association for Writing Across the Curriculum (AWAC) website provides a statement and resources to support antiracism and social justice in Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) programs, emphasizing solidarity with marginalized communities and offering practical tools for educators to implement equitable practices in their teaching.
Zoeglossia is a literary organization dedicated to creating a supportive community for poets with disabilities, providing resources, fellowship, and opportunities for creative expression through annual conferences, workshops, and various literary initiatives.