Cormac is a social explorer, an author and a much sought after speaker. He is Managing Director of Nurture Development and a faculty member of the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) Institute, at DePaul University, Chicago. Over the last 25 years, Cormac’s work has demonstrated an enduring impact in 35 countries around the world. He has […]
Read moreby Judith A. Snow DOWNLOAD this article A Summary: Judith Snow is still a gifted and visionary thinker – and so this writing about Dreaming, Giftedness is ultimately about relearning now to listen – so we can Dream the new Communities we so desperately want and need. Judith always began with a story – and […]
Read moreby John O’Brien, Marsha Forest, Jack Pearpoint, Shafik Asante & Judith Snow The Ethics of Inclusion: Three Common Delusions by John O’Brien, Marsha Forest, Jack Pearpoint, Shafik Asante & Judith Snow We want to begin a dialogue on the expectations about personal behavior that go along with a commitment to Inclusion. Unattainable expectations confuse good […]
Read moreHERB LOVETT 1950 – 1998 It is with deep sadness that we honour another friend, leader, colleague in our field – fallen much too early with so much to offer still. Herbert Lovett, Ph.D. of Boston, a revered leader, scholar, teacher, and advocate for people with disabilities and their families; and a friend to many […]
Read moreGUNNAR DYBWAD 1909 – 2001 In Celebration of a Wonderful Life, Inclusion Press Honors Gunnar Dybwad Pioneer, Leader, Humanitarian Gunnar Dybwad, was a sprightly young elder of the movement for full citizenship for all until his passing on Sept. 12, 2001. He was 93. He and his recently departed and wonderful wife Rosemary were grandparents to […]
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My Life, My Choice profiles seven adults with disabilities living Person Directed lives in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.
Rather than relying on a limited number of programs and services to direct their lives, their futures are in their own hands.
With flexible funding and with the support of independent planning, they are free to follow their hearts and live their lives as they choose.
Their inspirational stories are a powerful testament to what is possible when given a chance to dream.
Personal Stories, struggles and successes with Person Directed Living (82 min.)
Produced by Inclusion Press, the Marsha Forest Centre and Parashoot Productions with Windsor-Essex Brokerage for Personal Supports, Windsor-Essex Family network, People First of Windsor and Families and Friends.
$25.00
Contains these complete videos in DVD format:
Kids Belong Together (24 min.) (1988)
With a Little Help From My Friends (60 min.) 1987
In DVD format, a menu allows you to move directly from segment to segment throughout both tapes. Ideal for training and presentations. Easy access to the clip you need.
CIRCLES & MAPS are foundation tools that help anyone move into the future, effectively and creatively. This two-in-one training packet is used to provide support and instruction to people concerned with excellence and integrity in Person-Centered Planning processes.
Kids Belong Together: It’s About Time
Produced by People First Association of Lethbridge, Alberta
24 minute celebration of friendship and joy. Illustration of the MAPS process in action. The music alone is worth the price of this classic and vibrant video featuring Father Pat Mackan working in schools in Alberta, Canada. It focuses on building Circles of Friends and MAPS. The song “Kids Belong Together” has become an anthem of inclusion. The video is a celebration of friendship and shows the possibilities for change. Great and inspiring images of children and teachers working together in schools. The books, Action for Inclusion and Inclusion Papers go well with this tape.Audience
Educators, Families and anyone interested in Circles of Friends and MAPS. Elementary and middle school focus.
With a Little Help From My Friends
Produced by Marsha Forest and George Flynn
Award winning!! This one hour video describes the basics of creating schools where all kids belong and learn together. In three parts, listen to Grade 7 and 8 students describe the impact of inclusion on their school and their lives. Observe teachers doing the same. Then see hands on strategies at work including MAPS and Circles of Friends. This classic video keeps selling as if it were brand new. The freshness of the video is in the voices of students who talk from their hearts about inclusion and building circles of friends. The video is in three parts.
Part I shows the actual exercise of building a Circle of Friends.
Part II shows a small group of students and teachers discussing the in and outs of inclusion and circle building.
Part III – “May’s MAP”, is an excellent example of a MAP done with 12 year old students.
The video focuses on the voices of the students and the teachers who tell us over and over again that inclusion must be done, and that its really not that hard to do if you have “A little help from your friends.” The book Action for Inclusion is a perfect compliment to the video. If you don’t already have it, get it now. It is still one of the most inspiring pieces of video available.
Audience
Educators, Families, and anyone interested in Circle of Friends and MAPS. Elementary and Middle School focus.
Produced by Inclusion Press with Parashoot Productions
$5.00
The foldout includes 12 color images and a description of each of these themes. The images were ‘quilted by Beth Mount, and John O’Brien wrote text based on the discussions with the image creators.
The centerfold of the foldout can also be displayed as a poster.
With accompanying CD-ROM (add link after)
$50.00 for package of 25
$100.00 for package of 100
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View this productA Way to Engage Group Listening This ancient wisdom repeated in many cultures over millennia, reminds us that to create the futures we desire – we need everyone. And to include everyone requires that we create safe spaces where every voice can be heard with respect. When we ally our wisdom, and focus our energies, […]
Read moreAn Exercise in Listening The Talking Stick is an ancient Aboriginal tool for healing relationships through learning to listen to others and to speak your truth. We have asked permission from Indigenous friends to use the Talking Stick to help connect people to one another and to begin dialogue through listening. They have graciously granted us […]
Read moreAmazon Books – just about the biggest bookstore anywhere… Cardinal Designs… Douglas Cardinal is an amazing Canadian Architect – Museum of Civilization and much more. He understands the ‘big picture’… and a book about Douglas Cardinal and, for the home page of a village designed by Cardinal – visit Ouje-Bougoumou, Que. Comforty Media Concepts – […]
Read moreAmazon Books – just about the biggest bookstore anywhere… ASCD – Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development. Excellent learning research and resources. Syracuse Cultural Workers – fabulous resources Brookes Publishing – Great resource, and excellent book catalogue California TASH – a great network to join – and explore CEC – Council for Exceptional Children – […]
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Marsha Forest had cancer – actually several cancers – and had the courage to share her struggles with cancer with a wide range of friends. This is a collection of the email exchanges with friends as people offered support for the journey.
It is a story that may be helpful to many facing complex medical struggles.
View this productCivic action and social policy in North America and the UK have created a growing demand for knowledge of how to make the changes necessary to realize the promise of self-directed supports and build more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive communities. The Marsha Forest Centre and in Control have formed The Knowledge Exchange on Inclusive Community […]
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Traducido por Manuela Crespo y Carmen María Priante Bretón
Translated from the original “Action for Inclusion “
Acción para la Inclusión: CÓMO MEJORAR LAS ESCUELAS PARA RECIBIR A LOS NIÑOS CON NECESIDADES ESPECIALES EN AULAS REGULARES
This book finally available in Spanish – with the original English in the second half of the book. “A down to earth blueprint of what 21st century education should be doing for all kids in regular classrooms. Modest but powerful strategies for making it happen in a jargon-free, step-by-step book.” It describes the Circle of Friends exercise, and the MAPS (Making Action Plans) process in detail. This book is being used by school systems around the globe. It is perfect for conferences and courses. It is short and filled with actual tips on how to develop an action plan (MAP) for including any child at risk of exclusion. It is not limited to any one label, but applies to children at risk at any age. Although it focuses on elementary and middle school children, the process is transferable to high school students and adults.
ISBN – pdf – 978-1-987935-12-7
ISBN – ebook – 978-1-987935-05-9
Marsha Forest CentreInclusion • Family • Community The Marsha Forest Centre is a registered Canadian Charity formerly know as the Centre for Integrated Education and Community. Charitable Registration Number: 896480944RR0001 It was founded in 1989 to foster the development of inclusion. The Centre’s program focus is the development of future leadership for inclusion through the […]
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Action for Inclusion is a classic book — originally written for schools and families — and decades later is still full of fresh insights. It is short and jargon free. It describes the Circle of Friends and the MAPS (Making Action Plans) processes.
View this productDownload Here A Reflective Piece – on the complexity of our systematic exclusion people with disabilities. John describes it as a “A disgrace to the nation”. He outlines the challenge ahead as we struggle to replace institutions. John O’Brien & Connie Lyle O’Brien: Books, Articles, Videos “A disgrace to the nation” A Turning Point in […]
Read moreDownload: Communitas: the Community Place Communitas is a prototype of possibility – a real life example of how a group of citizens could build inclusive relationships in a community – and reach out and share with the whole town. They used a post office as a hub.. COMMUNITASThe Community Place Manchester, CT 06040phone: 860-645-3177email (Bev […]
Read moreMAPs and PATHsA Family Perspective by Bryn and Clark Fortune As often happens, unexpected blessings occur when we step out and try new things. As a result of a professionally motivated educational experience, our family wound up with a fresh look at ourselves in an affirming, revealing process called a MAP.Bryn is the director of […]
Read moreDownload: Inclusion! the Bigger Picture Marsha Forest – Books, Articles and Videos Jack Pearpoint – Books, Articles and Videos Inclusion! The Bigger Picture by Marsha Forest & Jack Pearpoint Our key question as we initiate a new millennium is “How do we live with one another?” Inclusion is about learning to live WITH one another. […]
Read moreDownload: A Diamond in the Rough ABSTRACT:In the early 90’s, Marsha Forest, Te Ripowai Higgins (a Maori elder) and I were invited to join a meeting about ‘immersion schools on Six Nations Reserve. It was a battle zone. Indian Affairs had a powerful delegation armed with arguments and money – to have the community reject […]
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DOWNLOADCommon Sense Tools Marsha ForestBooks, Articles and Videos Jack PearpointBooks, Articles and Videos This article went viral in the early 90s because families were starving for new options for their children, teachers could feel possibility but were trapped… So simple, down-to-earth stories of using the concepts and models of Circles and MAPS were ‘revolutionary’ to […]
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