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«Current issues of inclusive education in the world: context, policy and practice»
December 10-13, 2025
The high-level international conference
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6 Miklukho-Maklaya St., Moscow, Russia
About the conference
Strengthening international cooperation, dialogue, and mutual understanding with the aim of achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 — "Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all"
Unification of the efforts of academic society, practitioners, and the public to advance inclusive education, ensure the continuity of the inclusive education process, spread theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field of inclusive education
Developing recommendations for improving support systems for students belonging to particularly vulnerable groups
Conference aim
Yastrebov
Oleg Alexandrovich
Rector of RUDN University
«We are different!
We are equal!
We are leaders!»
Filippov
Vladimir Mikhailovich
President of RUDN University
Chairman of the Conference Organizational Committee
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Identification and dissemination of the best practices in designing an inclusive educational environment
Drawing attention to the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 4 in ensuring accessible and quality education for individuals with special educational needs
The conference is held with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation and the Commission of the Russian Federation for UNESCO
Conference objectives
Developing recommendations for improving the system of psychological, pedagogical, medical, and social support for students facing challenges in mastering basic educational programs, development, and social adaptation
Exchange of international experiences in organizing inclusive education systems, including in higher education
Promotion and popularization of achievements in culture and sports of individuals with special educational needs
Secretaries-General of National Commissions for UNESCO
Representatives of the Office of the Assistant Director-General for Education
Representatives of legislative and executive bodies
Scientific and pedagogical workers, young scientist, graduate students and masters
Representatives of the UNESCO chairs of Asia, Africa, Latin America and other regions
Heads of educational institutions of higher education
Participants
Program
Conference Program Draft as of September 1
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Conference Schedule
Arrival of participants
13:00-14:00
13:00-14:00
Welcome Coffee 
14:00 - 19:00
14:00 - 19:00
Campus tours, introduction to best practices of higher education institutions
10.00-12.00
10.00-12.00
Sightseeing bus tour around Moscow
Departure of participants
09:00 – 10:00
09:00 – 10:00
Registration of participants, welcome coffee
10:00 – 11:00
10:00 – 11:00
Official Opening Ceremony
11:00 – 12:45
11:00 – 12:45
Plenary Session «Inclusive Education Systems Worldwide»
Thematic Tracks:
- Inclusive culture in education and society
- Government policy in the field of inclusive educatio
- Regulatory and legal framework for inclusive education
- Effective practices in inclusive education
12:45 – 13:00
12:45 – 13:00
Group photo session
13:00 – 14:00
13:00 – 14:00
Lunch break
14:00 – 15:45
14:00 – 15:45
Parallel session 1. Thematic Sections work:
Section 1. Human Resources in an Inclusive Educational Environment
Section 2. Multicultural Education as a Tool for Building an Inclusive Society
Section 3. Career Choice and Professional Self-Realization: Searches and Problems
15:45 – 16:00
15:45 – 16:00
Break
15:00 – 17:30
15:00 – 17:30
Parallel session 2. Thematic Sections work:
Section 4. Academic Inclusion at an Internationally-Oriented University
Section 5. Educational Approaches for Young Adults living with a Life-Limiting Diseases
Section 6. Personalized Support for Gifted Individuals: Approaches, Practices, and Challenges
Section 7. Employment of Persons with Special Educational Needs: Issues and Prospects
17:45 – 19:30
17:45 – 19:30
Dinner
09:00 – 10:00
09:00 – 10:00
Registration of participants, welcome coffee
10:00 – 12:00
10:00 – 12:00
Plenary Session «Strategies for Achieving SDG 4: International Experience and Best Practices»
Thematic Lines:
- Equal access to higher education
- Education in the field of sustainable development.
- Elimination of all forms of inequality in education
12:00 – 13:00
12:00 – 13:00
Lunch break
13:00 – 14:45
13:00 – 14:45
Parallel session 1. Thematic Sections work:
Section 1. Integration of Migrants in the Context of Social Inclusion Policy
Section 2. Lifelong Learning: Approaches, Challenges, and Prospects
Section 3. Eliminating Educational Inequality: Overcoming Educational Marginalization in the African Context
Section 4. Access to Education in Remote Regions
14:45 – 15:00
14:45 – 15:00
Coffee break
15:00 – 16:30
15:00 – 16:30
Parallel session 2. Thematic Sections work:
Section 5. Inclusion in Action: Student Projects as a Driver of Changes
Section 6. Effective Practices for Teaching Students with Special Educational Needs at University
Section 7. Inclusive EdTech: Applying Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things in Education
Section 8. Creating a Cultural Space for Students with Special Educational Needs
16:30 – 17:00
16:30 – 17:00
Break/coffee break
17:00 – 80:00
17:00 – 80:00
Official Closing Ceremony
18:00 – 19:30
18:00 – 19:30
Dinner
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Registration for attendance (without presentation) is available until December 5, 2025.
Applications for participation with presentations should be submitted no later than November 1, 2025.
Please send demonstration materials by 
December 8, 2025, to inclusive@rudn.ru
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Participant registration
Visa Support
Conditions of entry and stay of citizens of foreign states in the Russian Federation with diplomatic, service (official, special), ordinary passports
Visa-free entry and stay in the Russian Federation is established for citizens of the following states
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No invitations or confirmations are needed. Just fill out the application form on the website
An electronic visa is issued within no more than 4 calendar
Detailed information on the procedure for applying for and obtaining an electronic visa
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Citizens of 64 countries can obtain an electronic visa to enter the Russian Federation
There’s no need to spend your personal or work time visiting a consulate during office hours. The website operates 24/7
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The visa regime for entry and stay of foreign citizens in the Russian Federation is established for the following countries
If you require an invitation to obtain a visa, please submit a visa support request by attaching your completed application form and a copy of your passport.
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Document submission deadline: November 1, 2025
FAQs
We invite all participants to review the draft declaration and send their recommendations and suggestions for inclusion in the final document by December 1, 2025, to inclusive@rudn.ru.
Download the draft declaration ●
A Declaration will be adopted following the results of the Conference
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