Is it not unwise and/ or potentially offensive to use the term Gypsy?
The term Gypsy has, in the past, been used as a derogatory term referring to a negative ethnic stereotype profile. As a result, there may be some families who are reluctant to openly declare their Gypsy Traveller identity and could be offended by this term. However, a majority of Gypsy Travellers are very conscious of whether language is being used aggressively and it is likely that the context within a school will be supportive and affirmative in relation to equal opportunity issues.
