Responsibilization
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 The transfer of responsibility from higher authorities to communities or individuals who are then called on to take an active role in resolving their own problems. uncountable, usually
"Responsibilization strategies involve a series of new techniques and methods "whereby the state seeks to bring about action on the part of private agencies and individuals - either by stimulating new forms of behaviour or by stopping established habits" (emphasis in the original)."
Example
More examples"Responsibilization strategies involve a series of new techniques and methods "whereby the state seeks to bring about action on the part of private agencies and individuals - either by stimulating new forms of behaviour or by stopping established habits" (emphasis in the original)."
Etymology
From responsibilize + -ation.
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