Purpose: The aim of the current study was to explore the experiences of student leaders related to support services in applying inclusive education policy in a senior high school in Ghana, while also identifying student leaders as primary mediators amid the school’s management and broader student body throughout educational change. Method: The study adopted a qualitative case study design, in which interviews were conducted with student leaders using a semi-structured interview questionnaire. A purposive sampling approach was applied to recruit 18 student leaders from the Representative Council and two senior management staff which totaled sample size of 20 participants. The data was analyzed using a thematic analysis approach, capturing detailed perspectives on support from management, training and experiences and leadership development across inclusive education practice. Findings: The findings of the study unveiled a complex support system which was comprised of assistance from management and structured training. The provision of resources, learning prospects, and privileges was acknowledged by the student leaders, which improved leadership skills, mediation, and communication skills. Though concerns were raised regarding delays in responses from management to inclusive education challenges. Orientation as well as ongoing training provided personal growth, abilities related to problem-solving and inclusive leadership, regardless of practical as well as occasional emotional difficulties throughout the process of learning. Implications for Research and Practice: The study implies the need for timely management provisions and support, sustained training, and wider orientation programs for students as well as teachers. Enhancing collaboration and partnership within instructions and capacity building tends to result in student leaders’ empowerment as efficient agents for inclusive practice and endorses an inclusive school environment.

Student Leaders, Inclusive Education, Support Services, Leadership Development, Collaboration, Empowerment