Historical evolution of attention to diversity: a methodical analysis of social transformations

Abstract

INTRODUCTION. Diversity is a part of a reality, such as education, which must be addressed across all disciplines. Similarly, an adequate educational response must be grounded in the principles of equity and inclusion, thus ensuring social cohesion. However, despite its presence throughout history, has it always been addressed in the same way? METHOD. For this reason, several scientific-educational articles have been consulted to track the historical treatments that diversity has undergone throughout history. RESULTS. The consultation reflects a historical evolution because in past eras, education had no place in the earliest civilizations. Therefore, what principles were applied to this group when information about them was nonexistent? Likewise, a lack of information about the group led to acts of mistreatment and exclusion. Fortunately, thanks to new historical stages, institutions were developed in their defense to mitigate abolished rights. DISCUSSION. Currently, a portion of the population may not be aware of the diversity of thought and social diversity that exists around us. For this purpose, education is the most significant means to achieve an inclusive process.