Social inclusion is the process of improving
the terms for individuals and groups to take part in society. Nice words but
the truth is that many people are “invisible” to society. Considering that one
of the goals of social inclusion could be giving a voice to everybody included
the “invisibles”, could education give them a hand? It is undeniable that
education levels and opportunities in life walk side by side. Although the
world has so many examples of people that even with very low or no schooling at
all, have reached the top, but those are more the exception than the rule. The
rapidly increasing needs of society along with the recent socioeconomic changes
have made the need for lifelong learning stronger than ever before. Besides the
requirements set by the worldwide job market, it seems that the individual and
social benefits reaped by lifelong learning cannot be underestimated as well.
In fact, all citizens - despite their age, sex, previous educational background
or learning experiences - are nowadays motivated to set goals, take
initiatives, collaborate with others and have the chance to acquire new skills
and capabilities that will enhance the quality of their lives largely having
the chance to shape their present and future. All people are encouraged to
offer their own input to the world, gain valuable knowledge and become involved
in community affairs. Additionally, when it comes to the social dimension of
learning, values and ethics are strongly promoted. Potential learners have
several opportunities to boost their social capacities by building on human
relationships, making affiliations and expanding their own network whereas they
start becoming accustomed to universal values such as respect and trust. Adult
Education helps the human need for learning as it creates the conditions that
allow sharing, collaboration and cross-cultural understanding. Education makes
“visible” those that have become “invisible”. Whether it is through learning
basic, digital, social skills or any other skill, education does help people
experience life differently. It enables them to be present and active in
today’s society.
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