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6. Impact. The individual's understanding of his or her own impact is likely to influence
the relationship between effect and other elements of the empowerment cycle. Such
understanding is, in effect, influenced by several factors, including people's culturally
informed attitudes about personal power, their perceptions of prejudice, and systemic
obstacles to their objectives. However, having succeeded in creating a positive impact,
it is expected to lead to a stronger sense of belonging and consequently to social

empowerment. (Cattaneo & Chapman, 2010)

In sum, for empowering people both socially and professionally, it is important for any trainer or
workshop facilitator to design dedicated activities by building upon these principles ensuring that:

✓ The goals set are personally meaningful;
✓ Relations structured promote self-efficacy;
✓ Activities performed enable participants to develop knowledge and competences around their path
to success;
✓ Action is encouraged as the means to realise and self-reflect upon the impact participants may
have.

Project 2019-1-BG01-KA204_062299
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