mercredi 23 janvier 2019

Understanding Adventures In Collective Empowerment

By Kevin Parker


Self-determination is one of the most important tools an individual has in life. For, it is the motivating force behind finding the strength to accomplish and succeed at a number of tasks. Whereas, adventures in collective empowerment can often help individuals and groups work towards creating an equal and more peaceful world in the future.

One of the best and most practical approaches to intervention in social work is through teaching empowerment to addicts and survivors. Whereas, it is often seen as a tool which can help individuals grow, learn and develop more easily. In addition, it can also be a great tool when learning how to engage with others or promoting civic engagement.

One of the most well known definitions suggest it is an ongoing process in which individuals whom are centered intentionally motivate others to get involved in local events through caring, critical reflection and group participation. Whereas, the term can also refer to the process in which groups are enabled to access authority, influence and collective power to have the strength necessary to deal with individuals, large institutions and society at large.

In no way does any definition of the term indicate it is a process of giving away power. For, this power exist within all people in the inherit knowledge and wealth of information imprinted on the human soul. In most cases, this information is provided so that individuals have the skills necessary to overcome challenges and obstacles while reaching goals in life.

The concept can also be defined as obtaining opportunities for marginalized groups and individuals. Whether through the help of the individual or people within the group, or outsiders, such as non-marginalized people who have shared stories of harder times to aid in promoting equality in the future, individuals often learn a great deal about the benefits of empowerment.

When it comes to collective empowerment, it is generally when two or more people are working together to empower themselves and others. Or, when a group such as those seen in LGBTQ+ parades work together to promote and empower those within the group to make changes which have the potential to change the world. In all cases, it works to strengthen rather than weaken an individual, group or communities.

Phrases such as empower women can often come across as sexist to some individuals. While this is the case, that is clearly not the intention. Rather, the intention is to create empowerment in women so that these individuals can then empower others. Whereas, all genders need to be empowered on a equal basis by people with a global perspective. For, then and only then, will the energies of acceptance, equality, tolerance and unity begin to spread around the world.

Empowering groups and individuals by using similar methods to create an empowered world in which all people are treated equally remains a worthy goal. At the same time, until individuals and groups can learn to communicate and compromise while acting out of a place of love rather than hate will collective empowerment be honored and appreciated.




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