Our preferred terms for inclusive language

BFI established language around race, disability and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Reclaimed terms

Whilst some community groups reclaim slur words relating to their community, unless we have stated explicitly in these documents that the use of these words are okay, we do not condone the use of these words as they will be perceived as coming from a BFI voice. In the case of film or book titles with use of these words we would recommend the use of asterisks. Language on disability equality is constantly evolving, and we will keep engaging, reviewing, updating, and sharing our preferred terms.

Download the PDF of our preferred terms