Sentence Dictation Answers - University staff asked not to say 'mother' and 'father'



Answer to Dictation 1

Requested to avoid the use of certain words related to gender.


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Answer to Dictation 2

Part of an initiative to encourage more gender-neutral language.


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Answer to Dictation 3

The words mother and father exclude non-binary people.


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Answer to Dictation 4

These are people who identify as being neither male nor female.


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Answer to Dictation 5

Non-binary people feel unrepresented in society because of words.


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Answer to Dictation 6

The gender handbook explains the suggested nomenclature guidelines.


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Answer to Dictation 7

Using these terms alone to describe parenthood excludes those.


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Answer to Dictation 8

Non-gendered language is particularly important in discussions of childbirth.


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Answer to Dictation 9

An ANU spokesperson said the handbook was just a guide.


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Answer to Dictation 10

Assist anyone committed to enhancing inclusiveness and diversity.


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