Advocacy letter to the education minister of Australia regarding disability and inclusion policy.
advocacy letter should address the issue of inclusion and disability policy in early childhood education
- Provide a brief overview of the current inclusion and disability policy in Victoria, Australia
- Identify specific issues with the current policy that you believe are negatively impacting children, families, and educators in early childhood education
-Describe the negative impact that the current policy is having on children with diverse abilities, their families, and educators
-Use specific examples to illustrate the impact of the policy on children, families, and educators
- Outline specific changes that you believe should be made to the current disability and inclusion policy in Victoria, Australia
- Draw on academic readings and research studies to justify points made
Sample Solution
The current policy is having a negative impact on children with diverse abilities, their families and educators in several ways. First, the lack of resources available to these students creates immense strain on educators and families due to an inability to meet the needs of these students. Additionally, the lack of understanding within many educational settings about how best to serve these students can create a sense of isolation for them. This further compounds any existing disparities in learning outcomes for these students. Finally, when adequate funding is not provided and investments are not made into appropriate resources it perpetuates an environment where equity and access become nearly impossible goals for those working to support this population of learners.