Public policies for regional development in special education: an integrated approach based on the Special Education Policy (PEE)

Promoting inclusive education is crucial to ensuring equal opportunities and full access for everyone, regardless of their differences. In the social context, inclusion is essential to build a more fair and egalitarian society, where diversity is valued as an enriching element. Despite persistent challenges, public policies, such as the National Education Plan, establish important goals for universal access to basic education. However, it is necessary to combat discrimination and exclusion in all spheres, promoting policies and actions that guarantee equal opportunities. In the educational field, inclusion is not limited only to the adaptation of physical structures, but also requires the implementation of inclusive pedagogical methodologies. Furthermore, in the workplace, inclusion is crucial to creating diverse and innovative teams. It is essential to involve families, health professionals and specialists to ensure comprehensive support for each individual, as well as appropriate policies and legislation to ensure equal opportunities for all students.