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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These are people who identify as being neither male nor female.
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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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Non-gendered language is particularly important in discussions of childbirth.
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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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