Terminology and Language: A Conversation

摘要

Discussions surrounding diversity, inclusion, bias, and racism have been surfacing in many professional spheres over the past few years including conservation and hand papermaking. Terminology and language have been one area that is gaining attention. In this climate, as hand papermakers and paper conservators, we find ourselves in a moment that requires us to pause and reflect on some of the reasons that certain language developed around our craft/profession and continues to be used ubiquitously.