"Puentes hacia la equidad: Evaluación del impacto del decreto 1421 de 2017 en la inclusión educativa de la ESAP territorial Pasto – Nariño"

Abstract

Inclusive education represents one of the greatest challenges and commitments of the Colombian educational system, especially in higher education, where the full participation of people with disabilities continues to face structural, pedagogical, and administrative limitations. In this context, Decree 1421 of 2017 establishes fundamental guidelines to guarantee educational support for students with disabilities through a rights-based, equity, and universal accessibility approach. However, its implementation requires real transformations within institutions, both in academic management and pedagogical practices. This undergraduate research project aims to analyze the impact of the implementation of Decree 1421 of 2017 on the educational inclusion of students with disabilities at the ESAP Territorial Pasto – Nariño. To achieve this, a case study methodology is adopted, allowing an in-depth understanding of institutional dynamics, teaching practices, available support systems, and the perceptions of the educational community regarding inclusion. This approach makes it possible to examine not only the progress achieved, but also the persistent barriers that hinder access, permanence, and academic success for this population.