Periodical 18 - Life Enriched by Community

In our last edition of “Thinking About...” authors discussed “What it means to be authentically included in society” and discerned what might be standing in the way. In this edition, through a range of real stories and refection’s, we expand the discussion and look at “how” we might foster authentic inclusion. Inclusion which enables real belonging and connection for people with a disability. Alex Snedden leaves us with a very important message about the potency of valued roles as a means to fostering a life enriched by community and his mum Bridget describes how they made this happen! Maggie Skinner describes her son’s journey and Jane Sherwin reinforces the use of valued roles as a strategy. Janet Klees outlines four key dimensions that need to be present to set the context for genuine inclusion.