Facilitating on Purpose Podcast Episode

In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Dr. Suzanne Wertheim about how to develop the habit of using inclusive language and why it’s critical to do so. Suzanne shares practical strategies for identifying problematic language, addressing resistance, and shifting perspectives to create more inclusive learning environments.

Beth and Suzanne also talk about:

• How to invite feedback in order to improve language use

• The importance of optimizing language for inclusivity

• How to address resistance to inclusive language in a productive, respectful manner

• How practice and mindfulness can make inclusive language second nature