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Apply: Empowerment theory can be applied to community development because when you enter into a community, it's important that you incorporate leadership development of those directly impacted by the issue you are addressing if you wish to create real systemic change. During this leadership development, those affected by the issue gain power and control over their lives through collective action, lobbying politicians, and increasing public and media awareness of the issue.
Adapt: Empowerment theory can be applied to micro practice by making sure the social worker facilitates the process of an individual gaining control over their own lives but does not create the goals themselves or make decisions for the client.
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