This describes the word or words that a person uses to refer to another person, such as “they” or “her.” A person’s pronouns are a key indicator of their identity.

This refers to the unfair, unjust differences in opportunities and resources that occur due to corruption or cultural exclusion.

This refers to the unjust or brutal exercise of authority to maintain one’s sense of power or hold over another group of people.

This describes content that draws from studies and other analyses on a particular topic to strengthen the argument of the piece.

This means involving people from many different backgrounds, of many different identities, and with many different conditions.

This encourages someone to become confident in controlling their own life and claiming their rights.

This refers to when a person or institution treats someone in a negative way based on a part of their identity or on a stereotype that they associate with it.

This means providing equitable access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise face exclusion or marginalization.

This describes writing or acting in such a way that could exaggerate a sense of danger or cause needless panic.

This places the focus of a sentence on the individual, not on the condition or disability they might have. It means that “person” or “people” comes first in the sentence, before any other identifier. (“People with diabetes may need to make dietary modifications.”)

This describes the process of doing something in an open, honest way.

This treats disability as an identity category. It means that the identifying word or phrase comes first in a sentence and highlights the person’s or group’s acceptance of their identity. (“Autistic children like to play.”)

This describes a prevalent but simplified idea about a particular type of person or group. Stereotypes and stereotyping are harmful.

This is an approach that aims to reduce negative associations with certain behaviors or conditions through education and empowerment.

This is when a person or an organization sees someone in a negative way because of a particular characteristic or attribute, such as their skin color, cultural background, a disability, or a mental health condition.

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This describes the ability to sense and understand other people’s emotions, thoughts, and feelings.

This refers to the ability or capacity of a person to act independently and to make their own decisions.

This refers to something being factually correct.

This refers to practices that attempt to minimize negative health and social impacts associated with certain behaviors, such as substance use and sexual behaviors.

This refers to practices that attempt to minimize negative health and social impacts associated with certain behaviors, such as substance use and sexual behaviors.

Sex positivity is the idea that people should have space to embody, explore, and learn about their sexuality and gender without judgment or shame.