Participation and social justice: Key categories in education, for education, through education
Journal cover Critical Review, volume 6, no. 2, year 2024
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Keywords

education
social participation
equality
social justice

How to Cite

Markowska-Manista, U., & Baranowski, M. (2024). Participation and social justice: Key categories in education, for education, through education. Critical Review, 6(2), 7–18. https://doi.org/10.14746/pk.2024.6.2.1

Abstract

Participation and social justice are essential categories in education, playing a critical role in promoting human rights at both local and global levels. These categories pertain to diversity, equality, and social inclusion, serving as a foundation for addressing contemporary challenges such as climate change, migration, and conflicts rooted in social, political, and religious dimensions. Education acts as a transformative tool, enabling individuals to acquire knowledge and skills necessary to initiate social change and develop responsibility for the global community. At the same time, globalization processes and structural inequalities complicate the implementation of these values. Dynamic social, political, and cultural changes demand continuous adaptation and openness from education, which often encounters systemic resistance and outdated teaching approaches. Inclusive strategies that consider diverse narratives, social groups, and interdisciplinary methods are of utmost importance. Thus, education becomes a tool of social justice, fostering reflection, participation, and critical thinking in the process of transforming individuals and societies.

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