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Is the word inclusiva the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The word "inclusiva" is identical in meaning, spelling, and grammar in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only differences lie in pronunciation:

• Brazilian Portuguese: The vowels are generally more open and clearly articulated. The "i" in "inclusiva" is bright and distinct, and the unstressed syllables are pronounced with more clarity.
• Continental Portuguese: The pronunciation is more "closed." Speakers tend to reduce or "swallow" unstressed vowels. The "i" may sound much shorter or more muted, and the rhythm of the word is more staccato due to the heavy reduction of vowels in non-stressed syllables.

Brazilian Portuguese Examples

1. "A escola adotou uma pedagogia muito inclusiva." (The school adopted a very inclusive pedagogy.)
2. "A gente precisa de uma linguagem mais inclusiva no trabalho." (We need a more inclusive language at work.)
3. "Ela sempre busca uma abordagem inclusiva para os alunos." (She always seeks an inclusive approach for the students.)
4. "O projeto visa criar uma comunidade mais inclusiva." (The project aims to create a more inclusive community.)
5. "Essa política pública não é nada inclusiva." (This public policy is not inclusive at all.)

Continental Portuguese Examples

1. "A escola implementou uma prática inclusiva." (The school implemented an inclusive practice.)
2. "É necessário utilizar uma linguagem mais inclusiva." (It is necessary to use a more inclusive language.)
3. "A sua abordagem é bastante inclusiva." (Your approach is quite inclusive.)
4. "O objetivo é promover uma sociedade inclusiva." (The goal is to promote an inclusive society.)
5. "Esta medida não parece ser muito inclusiva." (This measure does not seem to be very inclusive.)