“Speak With Care” Pledge and Toolkit

The “Speak With Care” Pledge and Toolkit is a downloadable, no-cost resource created to help New Yorkers recognize everyday language bias and microaggressions while offering simple, real-world strategies for speaking with greater care. Designed to be culturally relevant and accessible, it includes conversation tips, inclusive language examples, and practical tools that make it easy for anyone—from students to business owners—to build more respectful, empathetic interactions. This toolkit matters because harmful language often goes unchecked in public spaces, classrooms, and workplaces, and this resource turns awareness into everyday action. 

With a city-backed approach and thoughtful design, it’s easy to use, non-judgmental, and specifically tailored for the pace and diversity of life in NYC. Download it today and start making your everyday conversations safer and more inclusive—because in New York, language moves fast, but respect should move faster. 

Price: Free to the public. Available as a digital download for anyone as part of a city-funded initiative.