To encourage the formation of various local groups across the world to reach out to larger sections of the population.

When it was learned that no such condition had ever been recorded, financial pressures encouraged the formation of a football team.

He encouraged the formation of similar associations in other countries.

The association encourages the formation of working groups on miscellaneous topics.

In discussions with Cambodian officials, he also encouraged the formation of an opposition party.

This further facilitated and encouraged the formation of a regional organization.

White encouraged the formation of a secret society system on the Cornell campus.

To encourage the formation and activities of branches of the Society.

He hoped to encourage the formation of a Zambian national identity.

What we're doing is encouraging the formation of gangs in prison.