Vermont Health Department Recommends Gender-Neutral Language in Schools

Guidance encourages terms like 'child' and 'family members' to promote inclusivity and health equity.

Teachers and parents advised to use 'child' instead of 'son' or 'daughter' for inclusivity.
The term 'family members' is recommended over 'household members' to reflect diverse family structures.
The initiative is part of Vermont's broader health equity strategy aiming for a just opportunity for all.
Critics on social media have labeled the recommendations as excessive and impractical.
The guidance aligns with ongoing nationwide efforts to adopt more inclusive language in various settings.