people who examine and assess something, especially books, films, or products
From review + -er suffix, review from French revoir 'to see again'
Reviewers are literally 're-viewers' - they look at something again with fresh eyes to help others decide if it's worth their time and money.
Academic and professional review processes historically excluded women through gatekeeping in credentialed fields. 'Reviewer' assumes access to institutions women were denied; bias in peer review still disadvantages women authors and researchers.
Use 'reviewers' inclusively, but actively ensure diverse reviewer pools across gender, race, and institutional background. Audit for bias in selection.
Women scientists and journal editors fought to establish blind peer review and diversity in editorial boards, improving fairness.
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