A Colombian court has denied a legal action (tutela) against the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare (ICBF). Three citizens filed the claim arguing the ICBF’s use of gender-neutral language, specifically excluding the word “niñas” (girls), was detrimental. However, the court ruled it could not fully examine the case because the plaintiffs lacked legal standing to represent all girls in the country. The ruling effectively closes this challenge to the ICBF’s evolving language policies. The ICBF has been moving toward more inclusive language in its official communications. This decision highlights the complexities surrounding legal challenges to governmental language practices and representation. La Silla Vacía originally reported on the court’s decision.