Words of Welcome Thesaurus: Create a Culture of Belonging through Language

The Words of Welcome Thesaurus includes suggested substitutions for more than 300 words that may contribute to an oppressive, biased, or dehumanizing environment.

This resource will help you:

• Use words to create a welcoming atmosphere, facilitate belonging, and demonstrate respect, care, and empathy for all people
• Facilitate warmth, resonance, and engagement in internal and external relationships
• Clarify word choice options and provide a broad selection of alternative words

The Thesaurus is a helpful resource for nonprofit organization staff and board members, volunteers, grantmakers, elected officials and municipal staff, and anyone who works with the community on behalf of an organization.

This is for you if you are sometimes not sure what words to use or want to make sure you are choosing the most inclusive and affirming words possible.

This is not for you if you are embedded in narrative work.

Your purchase entitles you to one license that can be used throughout your organization.