Empowerment

Empowerment is the process of enabling individuals or groups to gain control over their lives, make their own choices, and achieve their own goals. It involves increasing confidence, self-efficacy, and the capacity to act in a way that promotes autonomy and decision-making power. Empowerment can occur on different levels, including personal, social, political, and economic domains. It often emphasizes the importance of resources, support, and opportunities that allow individuals to assert their rights and influence their circumstances. Empowerment may also refer to facilitating the ability of marginalized or oppressed groups to advocate for themselves and participate fully in society. Ultimately, the goal of empowerment is to foster a sense of agency and the ability to effect change in one’s life and community.