EXP DE+I Inclusive Language Guide

3 EXP | INCLUSIVE LANGUAGE GUIDE

Rev. 2023

A member of any of the first groups of people living in North America. When in doubt, ask what identity label someone prefers (e.g., Native American, American Indian, First Nation or Indigenous person). Note: Indian is seen as an offensive term.

Native American or Indigenous Person

Relating to or being a person who identifies with or expresses a gender identity that is neither entirely male nor entirely female.

Non-Binary, Nonbinary

Oppression

Unjust or cruel exercise of authority or power.

Umbrella term for anyone who is non-White. Colored is considered offensive although some individuals still prefer it. Ethnic and urban are also considered terms with negative undertones and are not synonymous.

People or Person of Color

An unfair feeling or dislike for another group is prejudice. Prejudice leads to discrimination, the unfair treatment of someone.

Prejudice vs. Discrimination

Linguistic tools used to refer to someone in the third person. Examples are they, them, theirs; ze, hir, hirs; she, her, hers; he, him, his.

Pronouns

At EXP, we believe in equity in the recruitment and retention process. We assess candidates on their qualifications, alignment with our culture and entrepreneurial spirit.

Qualified Candidate at EXP

A belief that race is a fundamental determinant of human traits and capacities and that racial differences produce an inherent superiority of a particular race.

Racism

Refers to an enduring disposition to experience sexual, affectional or romantic attractions. It also encompasses an individual’s sense of personal and social identity based on those attractions, behaviors expressing them and membership in a community of others who share them.

Sexual orientation and Identity

A generalized idea applied to all people in a group, regardless of individual differences. Some may seem positive (i.e., Asian people are good at math), but still have a negative impact on the individual.

Stereotypes

Xenophobia

Fear or hatred of strangers or foreigners.

EXP’s commitment to DE + I At EXP, we value diversity, equity and belonging. We are committed to ensuring our firm better reflects the communities ​we serve through DE+I initiatives. In support of our mission​, we learn to understand one another, our differences and experiences and innovate through collective ideas. We partner together and deliver results that work best for our employees, clients and communities.