Avoid Gendered Pronouns and Phrases

Use “they/them” instead of “he/him” or “she/her” when referring to potential applicants in job descriptions. Avoid phrases such as “he will be responsible” and instead write “the candidate will be responsible,” which is inclusive to all gender identities.

Use “they/them” instead of “he/him” or “she/her” when referring to potential applicants in job descriptions. Avoid phrases such as “he will be responsible” and instead write “the candidate will be responsible,” which is inclusive to all gender identities.

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