Gender Inclusive Language

For Mattermost, this automated workflow promotes gender-inclusive language by detecting specific terms in messages and suggesting alternatives, enhancing communication and fostering an inclusive environment.

7/8/2025
4 nodes
Medium
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Categories:
Communication & MessagingWebhook TriggeredMedium Workflow
Integrations:
MattermostNoOp

Target Audience

This workflow is ideal for teams and organizations using Mattermost for communication. It specifically benefits:
- Inclusivity Advocates: Individuals or groups focused on promoting gender-inclusive language in workplace communications.
- Team Leaders and Managers: Those responsible for fostering an inclusive environment and ensuring respectful communication among team members.
- Developers and Integrators: Technical teams looking to automate responses in Mattermost based on specific triggers related to language use.

Problem Solved

This workflow addresses the issue of non-inclusive language in team communications by automatically suggesting gender-neutral alternatives when certain terms are used. It helps to:
- Promote Inclusivity: Encourage the use of language that respects all gender identities.
- Reduce Miscommunication: Minimize misunderstandings and foster a more welcoming environment for all team members.

Workflow Steps

  • Webhook Trigger: The workflow starts when a POST request is received via a webhook. This captures messages sent in Mattermost.
    2. Conditional Check: The workflow checks if the incoming message contains any non-inclusive terms such as "guys", "bros", "dudes", etc.
    3. Response Action: If any of these terms are detected, the workflow sends a message back to the Mattermost channel suggesting more inclusive language options like "folks" or "y'all".
    4. No Operation: If no non-inclusive terms are found, the workflow does nothing, effectively maintaining the status quo.

    • Customization Guide

    To customize this workflow, users can:
    - Modify Trigger Conditions: Add or remove terms in the conditional check to suit specific language preferences or organizational policies.
    - Change Response Message: Edit the message sent to Mattermost to reflect the organization's tone or preferred language suggestions.
    - Adjust Webhook Path: Change the webhook path to integrate with other applications or services, allowing for broader use cases beyond Mattermost.