The Power of Inclusive Language: Why Words Matter 3
Using inclusive language fosters respect—and creates an environment where everyone feels included and valued.
So how can we talk about Migration and Refugee Rights?
Here are some recommendations:
| Terms to Avoid | Preferred Terms |
|---|---|
| illegal immigrant | asylum seeker, person/people seeking asylum |
| illegal migrant/migration | irregular migrant/migration, undocumented migrant/migration |
| economic migrant, expat, transit migrant | migrant |
| illegal migrants | people seeking… (safety, security, protection, asylum, refuge, to rebuild their lives, etc.) or refugee |
Find more terms and great explanations in Oxfam’s Inclusive Language Guide.
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