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avje otrok in mladostnikov | health of children and adolescents 106 Introduction
Inclusion is a concept derived from human rights that first started in school
system and later in labor. With about fifty years of modification, adaption and
upgrades, from integration to nowadays “why-inclusion” we try to make it hap-
pen in afternoon free time activities such as sport, recreation, art etc. (Rešetar,
2017). The ability to choose is one of the basic conditions for inclusion. Inclu-
sion means equal participation of all members of certain group in every pos-
sible way (Rutar et al., 2010). Full inclusion needs strong connection between
individuals, families, local community, national systems and policy (Šuc, Buk-�
ovec and Karpljuk, 2017). When we talk about inclusion today, we usually con-
sider main stream population excepting segregate groups of people in equal
manner in ordinary life and daily situations. The involvement of athletes with
diverse abilities in the society also helps to overcome prejudices and fears pri-
or to this population. So “both sides” gain. The question why-inclusion (Rutar,
2017) comes from thinking that we are all human sharing the same planet, hav-
ing similar basic needs. That is why leaders in the inclusive judo club focus their
attention primarily on members of a club as such and treats them equally as
athletes with their rights and duties (Brandon, 1990), respects all judokas in the
same manner, and only later consider other circumstances and psycho-phys-
ical condition of the individual like talent, visually impairment, social condi-
tions, strength, strength, possible injury, size, flexibility, etc.
Sport for athletes with diverse abilities began to develop after the 2nd
world war in England after doctor Guttman searched solutions for rehabilita-
tion process after injuries (Filipčič and Jerman, 2018). Nowadays sport and rec-
reation offer many diverse opportunities to develop one’s body, mind and so-
cial skills. Sports clubs therefore present suitable environment for inclusion.
Martial art philosophy seems even closer to the essence of inclusion. Judo eth-
ical principles that base on values of respect, honesty, trust, order, discipline,
reciprocity, modesty, patience, serenity, focus, perseverance, good behavior,
mutual respect and cooperation (Murata, 2005) represent useful tools for the
cultivation of tolerance, acceptance and consideration of diversity. Sport offers
an important opportunity for equal participation and social recognition (Mi-
horko, Štrumbelj, Čander, Cimerman Sitar, 2014).
Participation in everyday occupations is vital for all humans. As de-
scribed by the World Health Organization, participation has a positive influ-
ence on health and well-being. But the presence of disability has been found
to lead to participation that is less diverse and is located more in the home, in-
volves fewer social relationships and therefore only few strong ties with one to
three people and almost non week ties (Brown, 2011). It also includes less active
recreation. Occupational therapy is in a unique position to contribute to the
development and fulfillment of participation for athletes with diverse abilities.
It is proven, that engaging in recreational sport activities of people with phys-
ical disabilities helps them in everyday occupations, such as dressing them-
selves, feeding, and transiting to different position and location (Law, 2002).
Inclusion is a concept derived from human rights that first started in school
system and later in labor. With about fifty years of modification, adaption and
upgrades, from integration to nowadays “why-inclusion” we try to make it hap-
pen in afternoon free time activities such as sport, recreation, art etc. (Rešetar,
2017). The ability to choose is one of the basic conditions for inclusion. Inclu-
sion means equal participation of all members of certain group in every pos-
sible way (Rutar et al., 2010). Full inclusion needs strong connection between
individuals, families, local community, national systems and policy (Šuc, Buk-�
ovec and Karpljuk, 2017). When we talk about inclusion today, we usually con-
sider main stream population excepting segregate groups of people in equal
manner in ordinary life and daily situations. The involvement of athletes with
diverse abilities in the society also helps to overcome prejudices and fears pri-
or to this population. So “both sides” gain. The question why-inclusion (Rutar,
2017) comes from thinking that we are all human sharing the same planet, hav-
ing similar basic needs. That is why leaders in the inclusive judo club focus their
attention primarily on members of a club as such and treats them equally as
athletes with their rights and duties (Brandon, 1990), respects all judokas in the
same manner, and only later consider other circumstances and psycho-phys-
ical condition of the individual like talent, visually impairment, social condi-
tions, strength, strength, possible injury, size, flexibility, etc.
Sport for athletes with diverse abilities began to develop after the 2nd
world war in England after doctor Guttman searched solutions for rehabilita-
tion process after injuries (Filipčič and Jerman, 2018). Nowadays sport and rec-
reation offer many diverse opportunities to develop one’s body, mind and so-
cial skills. Sports clubs therefore present suitable environment for inclusion.
Martial art philosophy seems even closer to the essence of inclusion. Judo eth-
ical principles that base on values of respect, honesty, trust, order, discipline,
reciprocity, modesty, patience, serenity, focus, perseverance, good behavior,
mutual respect and cooperation (Murata, 2005) represent useful tools for the
cultivation of tolerance, acceptance and consideration of diversity. Sport offers
an important opportunity for equal participation and social recognition (Mi-
horko, Štrumbelj, Čander, Cimerman Sitar, 2014).
Participation in everyday occupations is vital for all humans. As de-
scribed by the World Health Organization, participation has a positive influ-
ence on health and well-being. But the presence of disability has been found
to lead to participation that is less diverse and is located more in the home, in-
volves fewer social relationships and therefore only few strong ties with one to
three people and almost non week ties (Brown, 2011). It also includes less active
recreation. Occupational therapy is in a unique position to contribute to the
development and fulfillment of participation for athletes with diverse abilities.
It is proven, that engaging in recreational sport activities of people with phys-
ical disabilities helps them in everyday occupations, such as dressing them-
selves, feeding, and transiting to different position and location (Law, 2002).
