The contributions in this book shed critical light on the shaping, negotiation, and creation of inclusive conditions of local authorities and localities. The authors analyse policy programs and reflect on their inclusive or exclusive effects in European and non-European contexts. Despite a number of global effects, which come about through supra-locally made decisions and influence the scope of action on the ground, many contributions emphasize the crucial role of the municipal level for a successful realisation of inclusion.

Sabine Meier is Professor of Social Work and Participation at the RheinMain University of Applied Sciences in Wiesbaden, Germany. Lena Bertelmann is a research associate at the Centre for Planning and Development of Social Services (ZPE) at University of Siegen, Germany.Lars Wissenbach is a research associate at the Centre for Planning and Development of Social Services (ZPE) at University of Siegen, Germany.