1. To make something available to more people or a wider audience; to increase the scope of availability or opportunity
The university is working to broaden access to higher education for underprivileged students.
A universidade está trabalhando para ampliar o acesso ao ensino superior para estudantes desfavorecidos.
2. To remove barriers or restrictions that limit who can use, reach, or benefit from something
New policies aim to broaden access to healthcare in rural areas.
Novas políticas visam ampliar o acesso à saúde em áreas rurais.