Workbook "GUIDEance"

Aims of the tool

Promoting gender equality and diversity in international youth work through the use of gender-sensitive language.

The aim of the workbook is to empower professionals to:

1) recognise the importance of language for creating inclusive and appreciative environments,
understand the basic principles of gender-sensitive
communication and its social relevance and impact,

2) apply gender-sensitive approaches in everyday
communication and in the planning and implementation of activities in a practical way,

3) act as a role model for diversity and inclusion and thereby provide impetus for equitable and non-discriminatory structures.

Description of the tool

This workbook, “GUIDEance”, is intended for youth workers, educators, and volunteers. It encourages critical reflection on one's own use of language and
provides essential information on pronouns, gender-neutral terms, and country-specific perspectives.

Challenging stereotypes, developing gender-sensitive activities, and promoting equal opportunities are at the heart of this approach.

“GUIDEance” offers practical methods and tools that
can be applied in contemporary youth work.