A Living Ecosystem for Inclusive Change
There is no single way to enter The Belonging Project. Some people begin with a single course. Some start with leadership learning or a consultation cycle. Some simply explore the stories and resources inside Unity Pathways School Division. Every entry point matters. Every step builds capacity.
The Belonging Project is designed as a learning ecosystem. Each part can stand alone, but together they help schools and divisions move beyond random acts of inclusion and into a culture where belonging is expected, supported, and lived every day.​ Below, you will find the core components of the ecosystem. You should begin wherever it makes sense for you.
Courses and Learning Modules ​
Interactive, story-based learning that gives educators, educational assistants, and leaders practical tools for inclusive design. Courses also include family, peer, and student materials so learning reaches beyond the classroom.
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What this layer builds
Shared language for inclusion
Practical classroom strategies
Family and community understanding
Student voice and peer leadership​
Collaborative Inclusive Design ​
Teams apply what they learn. Teachers, support staff, and consultants ask new questions, try
new ideas, and design environments where
learners can participate with dignity.
This layer also reimagines the role of
consultants and educational assistants with their work framed in the social model of disability.
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What this layer builds
Co-design instead of correction
Access and Belonging Plans for students and teams
A shared approach to problem-solving
A stronger more professionalized support workforce
Leadership Integration​
Principals and system leaders shape the conditions where belonging can grow. Leadership becomes relational, reflective, and responsive rather than directive. Leaders use Listening Rounds, Story Circles and Reflective Supervision. These practices help teams learn from experience, see progress, and stay connected to their values.
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What this layer builds
Trust and psychological safety
Consistency across classrooms
Alignment of structures and supports
The Story Exchange​
Stories make change visible. Podcasts, blog posts, and social media share real examples of learning, success, and growth. When a division tells its own stories, people see what is possible and feel part of something bigger.
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What this layer builds
Shared identity
Community pride
Hope and momentum
Transparency in practice
