inclusion
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inclusion
The equal participation of all people in social life, especially people with disabilities or other disadvantages. The concept emphasizes adapting structures so that everyone can participate.
Die Inklusion von Kindern mit Behinderung in Regelschulen ist ein wichtiges gesellschaftliches Ziel.
The inclusion of children with disabilities in mainstream schools is an important social goal.
The word comes from the Latin 'inclusio', meaning 'Einschluss' (enclosure/inclusion). It consists of the parts 'in-' (into) and '-klusio' (closing). This literal meaning helps you understand both uses of the word.
Das Museum fördert die Inklusion durch barrierefreie Zugänge.
The museum promotes inclusion through barrier-free access.
Social inclusion is often expressed with a fixed structure: 'die Inklusion von [Personengruppe] in [gesellschaftlicher Bereich]' (the inclusion of [group of people] in [area of society]).
Wir diskutieren über die Inklusion von geflüchteten Menschen in den Arbeitsmarkt.
We are discussing the inclusion of refugees in the labor market.
In a social context, 'Inklusion' (inclusion) is often combined with verbs such as 'fördern' (to promote), 'fordern' (to demand), or 'umsetzen' (to implement). The phrase 'gelungene Inklusion' (successful inclusion) is also very common.
Viele Organisationen fordern mehr Anstrengungen für eine gelungene Inklusion.
Many organizations are calling for more efforts toward successful inclusion.
This word is mainly used in formal, official, and academic contexts, for example in politics, sociology, or education.
Der Fachartikel beschreibt verschiedene Modelle der Inklusion im Bildungssystem.
The academic article describes different models of inclusion in the education system.
You can recognize this scientific meaning from the context. If rocks, minerals, amber, or other materials are being discussed, it refers to an 'Einschluss' (inclusion/enclosure) and not to social participation.
Die Untersuchung der Inklusion in dem Diamanten gab Hinweise auf sein Alter.
The examination of the inclusion in the diamond gave clues about its age.
integration
'die Integration' and 'die Inklusion' both have to do with participation in society. 'Integration' often means that people or groups are accepted into an existing society or group and can take part there. 'Inklusion' goes one step further: the environment and the rules should be designed so that everyone can participate equally from the beginning, especially people with disabilities or disadvantages. The words can be confused because both speak positively about participation. In practical terms: integration often asks how someone can enter an existing system; inclusion asks how the system can become suitable for everyone.
Die Schule verbessert die Inklusion, damit Kinder mit und ohne Behinderung gemeinsam lernen können.
The school is improving inclusion so that children with and without disabilities can learn together.
Die Stadt bietet Sprachkurse an, um die Integration neuer Familien zu unterstützen.
The city offers language courses to support the integration of new families.