What is a sense of belonging?
Feeling that others understand you and accept you for who you are. Ideally, a sense of belonging…
- Means that you are accepted in your school and community.
- Gives you opportunities to serve as a leader.
- Provide opportunities to spend time with others that have similar interests.
- Allows you to have fun with people you can trust.
A sense of belonging happens when…
- You are included in activities at your school and community.
- You have the supports that you need to participate in activities with your friends and peers.
- You can make friends with other people with and without disabilities.
- You can be comfortable in social activities and talking with new people.