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Disability is one of the features that diferentiate individuals and groups in modern societies. People with reduced physical, cognitive and psychological effciency are particularly exposed to discrimination and social, economic and political exclusion. What is important social issue of people with disabilities in the early 21st century changes by entering into a relationship with the ageing of the population. Te article aims to introduce some theoretical concepts eforts to improve the image of disability and reduce the barriers faced by persons with disabilities in access to diferent kinds of resources, spaces and opportunities. A critical analysis of the literature includes: description of the concept of activation policy as well as principles and objectives of social policy in a holistic paradigm of normalization. Tis summary contains possible future directions of research and analysis.