empowerment

noun

1. The achievement of political, social or economic power by an individual or group.

   “Hence, the anonymity that digital technological tools can provide ultimately leads to empowerment of student opinion and input.”

2. The process of supporting another person or persons to discover and claim personal power.

   “The new model, by contrast, is about empowerment. It’s about listening, not talking. It’s about compassion, empathy and humility. It’s about understanding that power is amplified when it’s shared.”

3. The state of being empowered (either generally, or specifically).
4. (South-Africa)Government programs encouraging advancement of blacks.