Have you ever caught yourself or someone else casually using the R-word? You know the one—that outdated term that’s somehow still in our vocabulary. It might seem harmless, but it’s far from it. The R-word is loaded with hurt, discrimination, and a painful history. Here’s why it’s time we ditched it for good. A Word […]
https://thearc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/R-Word-Respect-375x400-1.jpg400375Jackie Dilworth/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/ArcLogo_Color_Rev_PNG_WEB.pngJackie Dilworth2024-10-14 15:55:342024-12-10 14:59:23The R-Word: Why Language Matters and How We Can Do Better
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