bevorderende

Bevorderende is an adjective in Dutch derived from the verb bevorderen, which means to promote, foster, or facilitate. The term is used to describe something that helps to bring about a desired result, develop a process, or improve a situation. It is commonly found in academic, policy, and practical contexts to label influences, actions, or conditions that support positive outcomes.

As a form, bevorderende is typically used attributively before a noun, for example bevorderende factoren (promoting factors), bevorderende maatregelen (promoting measures), or bevorderende omstandigheden (facilitating conditions). In predicative use, the related form bevorderend can appear, as in Een bevorderende aanpak is nuttig. The concept is closely related to synonyms such as stimulerend and faciliterend, which describe similar ideas of support and advancement.

Common domains where bevorderende factors are discussed include education, health, social policy, and organizational development. Researchers and practitioners use the term to categorize elements that increase the likelihood of achieving goals, such as supportive environments, appropriate resources, or effective strategies. The opposite concept is often described with hindering or remmende factors, which impede progress. Bevorderende remains a neutral, descriptive term in analytical writing and policy analysis.