Inclusive Language and Anti-Racist Writing

Throughout this guide, we have suggested several pathways to further learning about academic writing from an anti-racist perspective. That said, this guide is only a starting point: although we hope visitors to this guide will embrace the rights and responsibilities discussed here, we also know that the process of shifting towards a more diverse and inclusive culture goes beyond the suggestions outlined in this guide.

For this reason, the final readings below focus on more general actions and everyday commitments you can take as an individual to improve the academic culture for yourself and others around you, even outside of the decisions you make about academic writing. Finally, there is also an opportunity to apply the principles discussed throughout the guide in some practical exercises. 

If you're a RRU student and would like to discuss the ways some of these principles might apply to your own writing or if you have any suggestions or requests for us, please don’t hesitate to reach out and schedule a conversation. We’re always excited to hear more about what students are working on and to consider how we might improve what we are doing in ways that can better support all students. If you are a student at another institution, we encourage you to contact the appropriate unit at your university or college.