This document captures the essence of the 1993 Diversity & Inclusion Gathering held in Toronto, a groundbreaking event focused on fostering inclusion and diversity in education and community. Using the innovative “Learning Marketplace” format, participants co-created the agenda, exploring the central question: “How do we make education and community for ALL a reality?” The […]
This document captures the essence of the Diversity Gathering held in Toronto, Canada, from August 14-16, 1993. It serves as a heartfelt exploration of inclusion, diversity, and community-building, featuring unedited session notes, participant reflections, and actionable ideas. The gathering brought together advocates, educators, families, and individuals from diverse backgrounds to discuss topics like inclusive […]
Welcome to Explorations in Inclusion, a dynamic collection of ideas, stories, and strategies from the 1993 McGill Summer Institute on Integrated Education and Community. This document is a heartfelt guide to creating inclusive spaces where everyone—regardless of ability—can thrive. With contributions from 80 passionate participants worldwide, it covers everything from practical tools for inclusive classrooms […]
This document, titled Podium, explores the transformative power of inclusive education through real-life stories of integrating children with special needs into mainstream classrooms. Authored by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint, it emphasizes the philosophy that “All means all,” advocating for the inclusion of every child, regardless of their challenges. The article recounts inspiring cases, such […]
This document explores the transformative power of inclusion in education through two innovative strategies: MAPS (Making Action Plans) and Circles of Friends. Written by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint, it highlights the importance of integrating students with diverse needs into regular classrooms, emphasizing that segregation is harmful and outdated. The authors argue that […]
Making Meetings Matter Discover how to transform dull, unproductive meetings into engaging, creative, and impactful events with Making Meetings Matter by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint. This guide dives into practical strategies to design meetings, workshops, and training sessions that energize participants and foster collaboration. Research shows that involving people in the process […]
This heartfelt letter from September 1989, written by Jack Pearpoint and Marsha Forest, offers a candid reflection on their challenging yet transformative 18-month journey. It recounts personal struggles, including health crises, professional hurdles, and threats to their safety, while highlighting their resilience and unwavering commitment to social justice. Jack and Marsha share their experiences […]
Two Reads to Inclusion – Network Magazine This document, written by Jack Pearpoint and Marsha Forest, explores the transformative power of inclusive education and its role in building a more equitable, diverse, and democratic society. It contrasts two paths: exclusion, which fosters segregation, elitism, and isolation, and inclusion, which celebrates diversity, fosters belonging, and […]
This document, Two Roads: Exclusion or Inclusion? by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint, explores the critical choice society faces in education and community building: the path of exclusion or inclusion. It advocates for inclusive schools and communities that embrace diversity, collaboration, and shared responsibility. The authors argue that exclusion, driven by fear, […]
Putting All Kids on the MAP Providing Equitably for Student Differences: Putting All Kids on the MAP by Marsha Forest and Jack C. Pearpoint, explores the transformative power of inclusion in education. It introduces MAPS (Making Action Plans), a collaborative tool designed to integrate children with disabilities into regular classrooms. Through teamwork involving […]