empowerment
//ɪmˈpaʊərmənt//
Noun
empowermentSingular
empowermentsPlural
1
The process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one's life and claiming one's rights.
The program focuses on the empowerment of young women in the community.
2
The act of giving someone the authority or power to do something.
The empowerment of local managers to make decisions has improved efficiency.