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Building on strengths rather than focusing on deficits is empowering from "summary" of From Poverty to Power by Duncan Green
When it comes to addressing poverty and inequality, it is crucial to shift our focus from deficits to strengths. This change in perspective can be empowering for individuals and communities who are often overlooked or marginalized in society. By building on strengths, we can tap into the potential and resources that already exist within these populations, rather than viewing them solely through a lens of what they lack. This approach is not only more positive and affirming, but it also opens up new possibilities for change and progress. When we recognize and leverage the strengths of individuals and communities, we are able to empower them to take control of their own lives and destinies. This empowerment is a powerful force for transformation, as it enables people to become active agents in shaping the...
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