Position Paper | Intersecting Pathways: Inclusive Education for Active Citizenship
In an ever-growing multicultural and diverse Europe and in the wider context of increasing complexity at the global level, inclusion becomes a cornerstone of a just and democratic society. Considering the crucial role education plays in teaching fundamental values and promoting social inclusion to strengthen social cohesion and democratic participation, inclusive education becomes paramount in safeguarding social justice as well as encouraging active democratic participation.
Intersecting Pathways: Inclusive Education for Active Citizenship explores the topic of inclusive education as a fundamental part of a democratic society. It does so by touching on the conceptualisation of inclusive education and the challenges it faces, by examining key policies related to inclusion and inclusive education at the EU level in order to gain a clearer understanding of the European Union’s approach to inclusive education, and to identify areas where SOLIDAR Foundation believes improvements could be made, and finally, by showing what SOLIDAR’s vision of inclusive education looks like in practice.
The case studies presented in the paper serve as valuable examples, illustrating successful implementations of inclusive education strategies. They are intended to inspire both policymakers and practitioners to take actionable steps toward integrating inclusive education into their frameworks, ultimately fostering an educational environment where all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds or abilities, can thrive and contribute fully to society as active citizens.
