Inclusive Leisure

This essential guide redefines what true inclusion means in recreation and leisure services, moving far beyond basic programming to address the entire ecosystem—from administrative policies and physical infrastructure to community partnerships. The book's strengths-based framework provides both the theoretical grounding and practical tools needed to transform organizations, emphasizing that accessibility isn't just about ramps and wide doors but about creating genuinely welcoming cultures and systems. Readers will appreciate how it connects big-picture concepts with actionable strategies that can be implemented across different levels of an organization.

What sets this resource apart is its holistic perspective, demonstrating how inclusivity must be woven into every facet of leisure services rather than treated as an add-on program. The included HKPropel access provides valuable digital resources that bring the concepts to life through case studies and supplementary materials. This comprehensive approach makes it particularly valuable for students entering the field, current practitioners looking to update their practices, and administrators seeking to build more equitable organizations from the ground up. It's the kind of foundational text that has the potential to reshape how entire communities think about and deliver leisure opportunities for all.