Meaning & use

inclusion

noun·Academic

The act or practice of including someone or something as part of a group, or ensuring everyone can participate fairly.

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The school introduced new programs to improve inclusion for students with disabilities.

Her name's inclusion on the list confirmed that she had been accepted.

A note on using this word

Inclusion is widely used today specifically for creating environments where people of all backgrounds feel welcome and valued.

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