This article provides a brief overview of the search for gender-fair English, from the impact on English of the feminist activism in the 1960s and 1970s to the 21st-century explorations of inclusive English. It reviews the guidelines currently available for editors and publishers, and the ongoing investigations for the fair and principled use of English to meet new societal needs.
From Gender-Neutral to Gender-Inclusive English. The Search for Gender-Fair Language
Geraldine Ludbrook
2022-01-01
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This article provides a brief overview of the search for gender-fair English, from the impact on English of the feminist activism in the 1960s and 1970s to the 21st-century explorations of inclusive English. It reviews the guidelines currently available for editors and publishers, and the ongoing investigations for the fair and principled use of English to meet new societal needs.
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