Meaning of the word self-reliance in English

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self-reliance

US /ˌself-rɪˈlaɪ.əns/
UK /ˌself-rɪˈlaɪ.əns/

Noun

reliance on one's own efforts and abilities

Example:
The program aims to foster self-reliance among young people.
Her strong sense of self-reliance helped her overcome many challenges.