Inclusive Language

A half-day training course suitable for all staff

Our Inclusive Language course is aimed at anyone that wants or needs to improve their awareness of how language evolves when it comes to talking to and about other people. It is well suited to those that work with the public, but is absolutely relevant to staff working at any level in an organisation from ground level to managers and senior leadership.

We live in a world where language changes quickly. Between conversations about being inclusive and worries about political correctness, many of us are concerned, confused or challenged by knowing what they can say without causing offense.

This course looks at some of the words and phrases that people use and looks at how they evolved to become preferred terms. It also explores some different ways of thinking about language when considering how to refer to different groups of people, so that anyone can speak and write without worry.

Course Content

This half day interactive course offers a look at language from the perspective of different cultures and the protected characteristics identified in the Equality Act 2010. It covers:

  • Protected Characteristics: An overview to build awareness

  • Language in Use Today (and yesterday): Considering the actual words

  • How Language Evolves: With a focus on communication and people

  • Geography and Culture: How what’s ‘acceptable’ can vary

  • Self-identification to Choose Language: Why it’s important to empower individuals and groups

  • Don’t panic: What to do if it goes wrong

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Who is it for?

All staff

Duration

Half day

Open Courses

26th January 2027, 9.30am - 12.30pm

£140 + VAT per person

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Testimonials

I wanted to extend my sincere appreciation for the Inclusive Language training Yellowday Training provided recently. It was not only enlightening but also empowering to learn how to foster a more inclusive environment through our words and the way we communicate to others. Trainer Andy’s expertise and guidance made the session truly impactful and thought-provoking. The training has not only expanded the awareness but also equipped them with practical tools to foster inclusivity in different aspects of their processes.

People & Culture Lead

This training was an update and broadening of my knowledge and understanding. It was good to meet with other colleagues especially now working from home and hear their experiences and views. It made me think about how I phrase descriptions and references to or about others, so as to be more inclusive and be more confident in what I am saying (with the aim of being inclusive, not causing unintended offence or exclusion). I enjoyed the way our trainer led the session and adapted to the needs of all of the delegates.

Delegate