Fighting accent bias is everyone’s job, not just accented speakers’

Of note. Reasonable recommendations although it may be harder for some in certain vulnerable situations like healthcare:

…Because there are few practical tools available, we conclude with three steps anyone can take:

Focus on what people are saying, not how they’re saying it.Asking an accented speaker where they’re from, or commenting on their accent, may seem harmless. But both shift attention away from the speaker’s message.

Listen with patience and empathy. Even if a person speaks with an accent, you can probably understand them. And if there is a word or phrase that you don’t catch, just ask.

Get to know accented speakers. The more you interact, the better you’ll understand them.

How would you respond when you experience accent bias?

Source: Fighting accent bias is everyone’s job, not just accented speakers’