Language shapes how health care and correctional professionals think, practice, and lead. As the field moves away from harmful or outdated terminology, some commonly used terms still fall short. This interactive session explores how word choice reflects professional values and influences care. Examine practical alternatives, challenge ingrained habits, and strengthen personal abilities to model accurate, respectful language that aligns with ethical, high-quality practice.

• Describe interdisciplinary language that undermines professional values and shared goals
• Identify bias-free vocabulary that enhances accuracy, clarity, and professionalism in communication
• Apply current guidelines and language standards to ensure effective, interdisciplinary communication

Level: Intermediate