Empowerment (noun)

1. The process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one"s life and claiming one"s rights.
2. The process of giving power or authority to someone.
3. The state of being empowered.

Origin:

Mid 20th century: from empower, on the pattern of words such as enablement.

Examples:

1. Empowerment of women and minorities.
2. The empowerment of employees.
3. This program is designed for the empowerment of young people.
4. Empowerment is the process of giving power or authority to someone.
5. Empowerment is the process of becoming stronger and more confident.