Women's empowerment refers to the process of granting women equal rights, opportunities, resources, and decision-making power. It aims to challenge traditional gender roles and empower women economically, socially, politically, and culturally.
Related terms
Feminism: Feminism advocates for equality between genders by challenging patriarchal norms and promoting women's rights.
Gender Mainstreaming: Gender mainstreaming involves incorporating a gender perspective into policies, programs, and initiatives across all sectors of society.
Intersectionality: Intersectionality recognizes that individuals may experience multiple forms of discrimination or disadvantage due to intersecting factors such as race/ethnicity, class, sexuality along with gender.