Jurnal Ilmiah Psikologi Terapan
Vol. 14 No. 2 (2026): August

Inclusive education services in Indonesia, Portugal, and Mozambique: A comparative analysis

Suharsiwi (Universitas Muhammadiyah Jakarta, Indonesia)
Weny Savitry Sembiring Pandia (Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya, Indonesia)
Vítor Daniel Ferreira Franco (University of Évora, Portugal)
Adilson Valdano Muthambe (Universidade Pedagógica de Maputo, Mozambique)
Mohammad Syarif Sumantri (Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia)
Ibnu Sina Chandranegara (Universitas Muhammadiyah Jakarta, Indonesia)
Taufiqurokhman (Universitas Muhammadiyah Jakarta, Indonesia)
Ni'matuzahroh (Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Aug 2026

Abstract

This study examines cross-national perspectives on inclusive education services by comparing policy frameworks and implementation practices in Indonesia, Portugal, and Mozambique. Although inclusive education is a global priority, comparative research on service structures across diverse socio-economic contexts remains limited. Using a qualitative comparative design, thematic analysis was conducted on 28 policy documents, international reports, and empirical studies across the three countries. Four themes emerged: policy framework, human resources, infrastructure, and service delivery. Portugal demonstrates a highly institutionalised and coordinated system supported by multidisciplinary teams. Indonesia shows substantial policy development but uneven implementation, particularly in human resources and infrastructure. Mozambique faces significant structural constraints, including limited funding and professional capacity. The findings indicate that effective inclusive education services depend not only on policy commitment but also on system-level capacity, particularly adequate resources, coordination, and professional support. These findings highlight the importance of strengthening implementation capacity to achieve sustainable and equitable inclusive education across diverse national contexts.

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jipt

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Social Sciences

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JIPT (Jurnal Ilmiah Psikologi Terapan) publishes a scientific papers on the results of the study/research and review of the literature in the sphere of psychology. ...