Inclusive Behaviors and Language 

In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Amber Briggle about implementing inclusive behaviors and non-exclusionary language into the workplace. We might be familiar with increasingly common inclusive practices like offering our preferred pronouns or using gender-neutral language; but, what more can we do to promote non-discriminatory culture in the workplace? While Amber walks us through the endless possibilities, we quickly realize that the better question to ask is: what can’t we do? As a small business owner and parent to a transgender child, Amber teaches us that although conscious and unconscious discriminatory behavior often pervade the workplace, uprooting these behaviors is well within reach. From breaking the habit of assuming gender and sexuality to rewriting parental leave policies, Amber emphasizes that being mindful of inclusivity through our interactions benefits the well-being of individuals and businesses alike. Although these actions appear slight, they are meaningful to people who are constantly excluded from the heteronormative mainstream. Being seen and valued is a privilege easily taken for granted, so let’s pay it forward to everyone of all identities!

Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Amber Briggle, CMT

Amber Briggle (she/her) is an activist, speaker, writers, and self-described “mamabear” of a transgender child. Amber is internationally recognized for her work involving LGBTQ advocacy, is a founding member and former national co-chair of the Human Rights Campaign’s “Parents for Transgender Equality Council” and has been previously nominated by the Dallas Morning News as “Texan of the Year.” Mostly, though, she’s “just a mom” in the Dallas area who loves both of her kids unconditionally.

Things you will learn in this episode (chapter markers available):  

• What is inclusive behavior? 3:40
• Behavior conscious examples 5:15
• Workplace policies 13:50
• Internal advocacy 18:37
• You can’t afford discrimination (metaphorically & literally) 20:15
• From PRIDE month to PRIDE year 23:25
• Femme fact: Onna-Bugeisha Warriors 27:20

Resources mentioned in this episode:  

• Texas Competes (website) 
• HRC Corporate Equality Index (website)

Episode sponsors:  

• HERdacity   
• Moonray  

Looking for additional resources on this topic? Check out our blog “My Journey Being Included in the Workplace” by Ashley Rodriguez 

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