This paper analyses the role that inclusive innovation policies can play in tackling social, industrial and territorial inclusiveness challenges by drawing on 33 detailed policy examples from 15 countries. The paper discusses why these policies should be a priority, explores the specific challenges that arise in their implementation and provides recommendations as to how the challenges can best be addressed. Gabor Sziidi provided important background research and contributed to the policy case collection. Cynthia Lavison contributed substantially to the initial development of the policy case collection.