In-clu-sion (in-kloo-zhun), n –an attitude and approach that seeks to ensure that every person, regardless of ability or background, can meaningfully participate in all aspects of life.
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What is Inclusion?
Inclusion is an attitude and approach that seeks to ensure that every person, regardless of ability or background, can meaningfully participate in all aspects of life.
Inclusion means:
- offering the same opportunities for people with and without disabilities
- welcoming everyone
- building community
- emphasizing cooperation
- seeking to understand and accommodate differences
- providing a safe and socially comfortable environment for all
- teaching respect, understanding and dignity to people of all abilities
- embracing changes that facilitate full participation
- actively reaching out to people who are traditionally excluded or marginalized
- fostering a sense of belonging to community as a respected and valued peer
- honoring the intrinsic value of each person’s life
Inclusion is an approach, not a program. An attitude, not an activity. Inclusion is belonging!
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