Grace A. Akalal (Author)
Abstract
This study explores the pivotal role of public administrators in promoting inclusive education policies, emphasizing their contributions to educational equity in diverse governance contexts. Using a systematic literature review of twenty peer-reviewed articles and policy documents published between 2020 and 2025, the research identifies key administrative functions, including policy design, strategic planning, cross-sector collaboration, monitoring and evaluation, and resource allocation. The findings reveal that public administrators are central actors in the operationalization of inclusion mandates, especially within decentralized education systems. However, their efforts are often constrained by structural barriers such as limited training, digital capacity gaps, and insufficient legal and fiscal frameworks. The discussion highlights that where administrators are empowered and well-supported, inclusive education outcomes improve significantly. The study concludes with a set of policy recommendations aimed at strengthening administrative capacity, promoting collaborative governance, enhancing digital infrastructure, and institutionalizing inclusive evaluation practices. Ultimately, the research underscores that achieving inclusive education requires not only robust policy frameworks but also an effective, responsive, and accountable administrative apparatus.
Keywords: inclusive education, public administration, education policy, educational equity, governance and leadership
DOI: https://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0403290
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Akalal, G.A. (2025). The role of public administrators in promoting inclusive education policies. Pantao: International Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences, 4 (3), 3342-3348. https://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0403290
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