Community Empowerment/ Participation Flashcards
1
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Empowerment
A
Increasing the spiritual, political, social or economic strength of individuals and communities often involving confidence in their own capability
2
Q
Individual empowerment
A
The individual ability to make decisions and have control over personal life
3
Q
Community empowerment
A
Individuals acting collectively to gain greater influence and control over the determinants of health and quality of life in their community
4
Q
Benefits of participation for governments
A
- improve public trust and confidence
- re elected
5
Q
Benefits of participation for individuals
A
- feel fairly treated and valued
- develop their knowledge and skills
- build their capacity to get involved to deal with issues that impact on health
