empowerment
Pronunciation: [ɪmˈpaʊərmənt]
Word
Context: “personal development”
(noun) making someone feel stronger and more confident, especially in controlling their own life. It’s like giving someone the tools and support they need to stand tall and make decisions for themselves.
Example
The empowerment of students in choosing their projects helped them become more independent learners.
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Without empowerment, many people feel lost and unable to make important choices.
Example
How can we support the empowerment of young leaders?
Context: “social change”
(noun) the process of helping people gain power and control over their lives or community. It’s about helping others to take charge and make a difference in their surroundings.
Example
The empowerment of local communities led to positive changes in their neighborhoods.
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Lack of empowerment in the community meant that they had little say in local decisions.
Example
What programs are available for the empowerment of women in our area?
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