Social inclusion is the process of improving the terms on which individuals and groups take part in society – improving the ability, opportunity and dignity of those disadvantaged on economic and social basis.
The European continent is considered one of the most developed continents on the globe, but regardless it is faced with a huge challenge, which is the social exclusion. Stereotypes, stigmas, superstitions based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, or disability status are causes of the marginalisation and discrimination of people with disabilities.
Agenda 2020 (EU Programme) and Programme of Action of the World Summit for Social Development and Sustainable Goals for Development (UN Programme) are only small portion of the strategies that tackle issues of/or related to social inclusion in which people with disabilities and their needs are accordingly addressed and consequently include strong commitments against their marginalisation.