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Biodemocracy
expands the limits of pluralism in an ecological context based on scientific
data. It can be defined as an understanding of democracy that recognises our
planet as a web of life and emphasises the interconnectedness on earth. In the
process of ecological crisis with devastating consequences such as climate
change, biodiversity decline and deforestation, it takes the inclusive
perspective beyond the anthropocentric understanding. It aims to shape
decision-making processes and policies in line with ecological principles and
to promote the protection of biodiversity. The biodemocratic approach is a
redefinition of democracy based on the interconnectedness between all living
beings. Therefore, the biodemocratic perspective is worth discussing in terms of
extending the limits of human ethical responsibility in the process of
ecological destruction to the least visible living beings. The research group Biodemocracy
and Inclusive Linguistic Practices focuses on the role of the field of
translation in contributing to transformation in the context of linguistic
practices. It offers an ecological aspect in terms of awareness of vulnerable
and/or disadvantaged groups who are at higher risk of negative impacts due to
factors related to age, gender, health status, disability, ethnicity or
socio-economic conditions. Thus, this research group aims to raise awareness of
all groups within the aforementioned scope through inclusive language and
translation practices.