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PARENTAL AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IN PROMOTING INCLUSIVE EDUCATION A FOCUS ON PAKISTAN

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http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-I).06      10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-I).06      Published : Mar 2024

Parental and Community Involvement in Promoting Inclusive Education: A Focus on Pakistan

Abstract

    Parents and community play a central role in developing inclusive educational practices, with parental involvement being a key driving force. This discussion paper critically examines global research on parental and community involvement, understanding its various dimensions in line with inclusive education. It highlights the significance of collaboratively developing and implementing educational plans through working with schools, parents, and communities. The importance of synergic collaboration among stakeholders is emphasised, providing a conducive learning environment for all students, including those with special needs. Various models, and strategies for parental and community involvement are discussed, considering cultural and contextual factors. Building trust, open communication, and mutual respect are crucial for greater parental involvement. This paper explores using schools as a means of negotiating conflicts between home and school, draws benefits of increasing parent and community involvement, and provides recommendations to policymakers and practitioners for enhancing their involvement in addressing Pakistan’s crucial educational challenges.

    Inclusive Education, Parental involvement, Community Engagement, Pakistan, Educational Equity, Collaborative Partnerships, Sociocultural Challenges

    (1) Yaar Muhammad
    Associate Professor, Department of Education, Government College Women University, Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Yasira Waqar
    Associate Professor, Department of Education, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Faisal Anis
    Assistant Professor, Department of Education, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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    TURABIAN : Muhammad, Yaar, Yasira Waqar, and Faisal Anis. "Parental and Community Involvement in Promoting Inclusive Education: A Focus on Pakistan." Global Sociological Review IX, no. I (2024): 64-76. https://doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-I).06