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GUIDE is an Erasmus+ project designed to promote the use of gender-sensitive language within international youth work to create a more inclusive and diverse youth work environment.

By sensitizing youth workers of the use and effect of gender-sensitive and gender-neutral language in international activities and on an organizational level of youth organisations, GUIDE will enhance the awareness and knowledge about gender equality and diversity of professionals working with youngsters. The project fosters inclusivity and diversity, sensitizes youth workers to the impact of language on gender equality, and empowers them to prevent gender discrimination. By reducing stereotypes, implementing gender-sensitive activities, and promoting social inclusion and equity, GUIDE provides a framework for modern youth work practices. In order to achieve the objectives of GUIDE we developed a workbook called GUIDEance for youth workers. GUIDEance equips youth workers with the tools and knowledge needed to foster inclusivity through gender- sensitive language. By understanding the significance of pronouns, adopting gender-neutral terms, and learning from country-specific practices, youth workers can create equitable spaces where every participant feels respected and valued.