The essence of the concept of "inclusion"

Abstract

The article analyzes scientific sources on the problem of defining the essence of inclusion. The author substantiated that the interpretation of the term "inclusion" means the process of involvement and integration of people with special educational needs into the social environment, with equal participation in all social, educational, political, etc. programs It includes the development and application of a system of measures to create conditions for unhindered access of every citizen to education, medical services, information, employment, housing, recreation, travel, etc., regardless of their psychophysical capabilities, origin, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, material positions, etc. The effectiveness of this process depends on the recognition of the unity and diversity of humanity as a source of social development, as a social value, as a component of public trust, as a resource for the creative development of humanity. A social worker as a leader of ideas of inclusion in the field of specialized service and social protection of certain groups and categories of the population must be professionally trained. Therefore, the training of future social workers should be aimed at the formation of inclusive competence, which will ensure quality professional activity in the future. As a qualified consultant and communicator, a social worker must possess well-developed worldview, ethical, moral, and communicative qualities. In terms of the formation of an inclusive culture in the system of higher professional education of future social workers, the author highlights the principles of inclusion (tolerance, respect, solidarity, safety).