Jones, M. (2010). “Inclusion, Social Inclusion And Participation”. In Critical Perspectives on Human Rights and Disability Law. Leiden, The Netherlands: Brill | Nijhoff. https://doi.org/10.1163/ej.9789004189508.i-552.24
Abstract
The principle of inclusion is simple – it is the opposite of exclusion and also of alienation. Inclusion means that all people are entitled to full membership of the human family. It requires the removal of barriers and social structures which impede participation. In order for people with disabilities to be included in society, each of the three dimensions of inclusion must be operational. These are: a non-discriminatory attitude towards people with disabilities; the guarantee of access to participation in every area of life; and the facilitation of people with disabilities to limit the impact of disability. One practical approach to the inclusion principle is to use a checklist to ensure that all matters have been taken into account. Education is another crucial area for inclusion. The language of inclusion is often used to describe the means of ensuring meaningful participation in the classroom.