Nussbaum Capability Approach

The Nussbaum Capability Approach emphasizes what individuals are able to do and be in their lives—focusing on their real opportunities and freedoms. Instead of just measuring resources or income, it considers core human needs like health, education, and ability to participate in society. Nussbaum identifies essential capabilities everyone should have to live a dignified and fulfilling life. This perspective encourages policies that ensure people can develop their potential and make meaningful choices, promoting fairness and justice by prioritizing what individuals are capable of achieving, not just what they have or possess.