He or Him: A Guide to Using Gender-Inclusive Language

As a business, it's essential to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and customers. Using gender-inclusive language is a crucial aspect of fostering this inclusivity. He or him is a common gendered pronoun that can be replaced with more inclusive options.

Benefits of Using Gender-Inclusive Language

Increased Inclusivity:

- According to a study by the Pew Research Center, 39% of Americans identify as LGBTQ+, and over 1 million people identify as transgender.

- Using gender-inclusive language helps create a welcoming environment for everyone.

Improved Communication:

- Gender-inclusive language avoids making assumptions about someone's gender identity.

- This can prevent misunderstandings and ensure effective communication.

Benefit	Metric
Increased Inclusivity	39% of Americans identify as LGBTQ+
Improved Communication	Prevents misunderstandings
Reduced Discrimination	15% of transgender people experience discrimination on a daily basis

How to Use Gender-Inclusive Language

Use Gender-Neutral Pronouns:

- They/them/theirs

- Ze/zir/zirs

- Ey/em/eir

- Xe/xem/xyr

Avoid Gendered Language:

- Instead of "he," use "they" or "xe."

- Instead of "him," use "them" or "xem."

- Instead of "his," use "theirs" or "xeir."

Replace	Gender-Neutral Option
He	They, Xe
Him	Them, Xem
His	Theirs, Xeir
Her	They, Ze
Hers	Theirs, Zirs

Section 2: Advanced Features & Challenges

Advanced Features:

Third-Party Software:

- Software exists to assist with identifying and replacing gendered language.

Challenges:

Resistance to Change:

- Some individuals may be resistant to using gender-inclusive language.

Potential Drawbacks:

Ambiguity:

- Using gender-inclusive language may occasionally lead to ambiguity in writing.

Advanced Feature	Benefit
Third-Party Software	Automates gender-inclusive language updates
Challenge	Mitigation
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Resistance to Change	Provide training and resources on the importance of inclusivity
Potential Drawback	Mitigation
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Ambiguity	Use additional context to clarify meaning

He or Him: A Guide to Using Gender-Inclusive Language