Examples of Language Revisions to Increase LGBTQIA+ Inclusivity in Research

Protocol Language

Exclusive & Gender Specific Language

Inclusive & Gender Neutral Language

“Inclusion criterion: male or female adults”

“Inclusion criterion: adult persons of any sex and gender”

“Women of childbearing potential must use contraception…”

“Persons who are having sexual relationships in which they may become pregnant must use contraception…”

“All males must use contraception…”

“Persons who are having sexual relationships in which their partner may become pregnant…”

-OR-

“Sperm-producing persons in a sexual relationship with someone who could become pregnant…”

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