... of the history/origin of empowerment. According to Oxford English dictionary the English term empowerment originated in the second half of the 17th century. But it gained widespread currency in the 1960 linked to North American Black radicalism. It's modern use originated in the civil rights movement, which sought political empowerment for its followers. (The American Heritage) We looked at the advantages and disadvantages of empowerment. One of the benefits is that the individual changes in confidence and consciousness therefore leading to increase in skills, abilities e.g. earning an income, access to market and network. Another benefit is the increase in informed choice within a framework of human right and equality (Jack 1995). It was also identified that empowerment enhanced perception of a person own individuality, interest and value by allowing one to express their likes, dislikes and morals. It also increased role in decision making by allowing one to have more ...

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