Rethinking Invasive Communication: Updates from National Workshops and Research
This webinar will explore how the words we use to talk about invasive species can either support or undermine effective management. Drawing on insights from the Sea Grant-led Invasive Species Language Workshop hosted during National Invasive Species Awareness Week 2024, speakers will look at message framing, metaphors, and naming conventions that can unintentionally reinforce xenophobia or exclusion, as well as approaches that foster inclusion and collaboration instead.
Presenters will also share early findings from a national survey on invasive species language and common names, highlighting how different audiences perceive current terms and where there is support for change. Participants will come away with a better understanding of why language matters, examples of more inclusive communication practices, and ideas for improving outreach, education, and policy discussions around invasive species.
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