This document discusses the evolution of the concept of poverty from a focus on poverty to social exclusion. It outlines Amartya Sen's role in developing the concept of social exclusion and defines it as the inability to participate in the life of a community. The document also examines the forms and causes of social exclusion, including physical exclusion, economic exclusion, and discrimination. Finally, it proposes some approaches for addressing social exclusion such as empowering excluded groups, creating inclusive spaces, and structural policy adjustments.