mahdollistamien

Mahtollistamien is a Finnish noun form used to refer to the actions, conditions, or processes that make something possible or easier to achieve. The word is derived from the verb mahdollistaa, meaning to enable or to make possible, together with the noun-forming suffix -minen. In standard usage the more common noun is mahdollistaminen, but mahdollistamien appears in certain grammatical contexts, for example in phrases such as "mahdollistamien toimenpiteet" meaning enabling measures or actions.

In policy, organizational, and technology contexts, mahdollistamien describes deliberate efforts to remove barriers, provide resources, or adjust structures so that goals—such as inclusion, innovation, or economic participation—become more attainable. Examples include accessibility improvements in public services, training programs that prepare people for work, or regulatory or funding frameworks that lower entry costs for new ventures.

The concept emphasizes process and outcomes rather than the end state alone. It is often discussed alongside related ideas such as empowerment, facilitation, and capacity building. Critics note that a focus on enabling actions can obscure questions about legitimacy, accountability, and the effectiveness of interventions; measurement can be challenging because outcomes may depend on multiple interacting factors.

See also: enablement, facilitation, empowerment, capacity building.