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INCLUSION HEALTH

Inclusion health refers to a group of people who are socially excluded and face multiple overlapping risk factors for poor health. These groups experience barriers to healthcare and are disproportionately affected by issues like poverty, violence, and complex trauma. Some inclusion health groups include:

  • People experiencing homelessness

  • Individuals with drug and alcohol dependencies

  • Vulnerable migrants

  • Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities

  • Sex workers

  • People involved in the justice system

  • Victims of modern slavery

WHY INCLUSION HEALTH MATTERS

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People within these groups face significantly poorer health outcomes, often with a much lower life expectancy compared to the general population. These inequalities are exacerbated by inadequate access to healthcare services, compounded by stigmatization and systemic barriers within the healthcare system.

At HIHS, we are committed to addressing these health inequalities by engaging students in understanding the needs of inclusion health groups and advocating for better access to services. By working directly with vulnerable populations, our aim is to reduce health disparities and create pathways for improved care.

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