Conference Program

The workshop introduces the crucial role played by Disability Studies for the development of a democratic school. It analyses the importance of Disability Studies as a critical theoretical framework against which to analyze and investigate processes and policies that can contribute to the development of inclusive education in schools and in society as a whole. Inclusive education is addressed as a key factor for the development of a just, equitable and democratic school.

Drawing upon an analysis of the theoretical premises that have supported the development of Disability Studies both at national and international levels, the workshop will provide an opportunity of presenting the results from a research study conducted in a comprehensive school located in the outskirts of the city of Rome, investigating intersectionality focusing, in particular, at disability and migration issues. The final purpose is to engage teachers and school practitioners, in general, to reflect upon their practices and to adopt a Disability Studies perspective to unmask potentially discriminatory practices that can prevent the creation of a democratic school systems despite our intentions of doing otherwise.