US Military removes ‘man’ from 19 job titles in a step towards gender-neutrality

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UK Independent:

The military is scrapping the word “man” from 19 job titles to help foster a more gender-neutral work environment.

 

Top service leaders are pushing to keep the word “man” in some of the most iconic occupations, however, according to the Marine Corps Times, as names like “seaman” could be scrapped.

 

The military occupation specialities (MOS) were agreed to be changed in name after a month-long review ordered by the Navy secretary Ray Mabus, one month after defense secretary Ash Carter demanded that all military jobs be opened up to women.

 

A formal announcement is expected within a few days.