Children with developmental disabilities and their families often face significant challenges when it comes to inclusion in the community. The term children with disabilities includes "children with long-term impairments that, depending on physical, social, economic or cultural barriers, may limit their ability to participate fully in society on an equal basis with others" (Lansdown, 2011:1). Parents of children with disabilities often face limited support services, financial hardship and emotional stress while navigating a system that still does not fully understand and address their issues. All these factors combine to create an environment where children with disabilities and their families must constantly fight for inclusion, acceptance and equal opportunities within their communities. It is important to understand that inclusion is a continuous process that must become part of society and the further development of the community must be planned in accordance with it. The inclusion of children with developmental disabilities in the local community plays a key role in ensuring the integral development and well-being of children with developmental disabilities. Inclusive communities provide children with disabilities with accessible infrastructure, inclusive education and specialized support services enabling them to thrive and reach their full potential. The aim of this paper is to present the position of children with developmental disabilities, their rights and the challenges they face, with special reference to the role of social work in promoting inclusion in the community.