Inclusion health care

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Expand your knowledge on the impact of social inclusion when all groups of people feel included and valued within their community, with often a far more positive impact on their health and wellbeing compared to the effects of social exclusion.

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Who is this resource for?

This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

What will this resource give me?

  • overview of the meaning of social inclusion and social exclusion
  • causes of social exclusion, often occurring in combination
  • understanding the reasons for people being excluded
  • explanation of the term ‘hidden populations’
  • importance of promoting equality and inclusion within health and social care.

Resource last reviewed

21 Aug 2022

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