Contrary to common perception, Individualism does not seek to separate the individual from society.
Rather it seeks to empower the individual to become their best self within a social context, thus enriching both the life of the individual and the quality of society.
Unlocking Societal Transformation: The Power of Individualism and Self-Governance
Yet, it's essential to remember that society is nothing more than a collection of individuals. What we incorrectly call systemic, or societal is actually nothing more than the aggregate behavior of us all. If the members of a society where all good and kind, then society would be good and kind. If our society is petty, greedy, uncaring, bitter, hateful or wicked, it's because we are those things as individuals. We want to change society, and yet we can only ever actually change ourselves.