LGBTQ South Coast network offers sensitivity and terminology advice
NEW BEDFORD — The world is changing every day, and it’s our duty as journalists to always write with readers and sources in mind, while remaining sensitive and up-to-date on the correct terminology. It's advice that is not only important for writers, but for everyone. On Thursday, reporters from the SouthCoast met with the SouthCoast LGBTQ+ Network to learn about how to properly report on members of the LGBTQ community. “I think The Standard-Times team taking this sort of initiative puts them ahead of the curve on a lot of local publications,” said Dan Everton, an advocate and leader ...
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