What is NGO*? * non-governmental organization

In brief GOVERNMENT BUSINESS NGOs (SOCIETY) There are 3 main sectors in almost every country in the world: governmental, business sector & society in general. People can create organizations basing on the needs or interests, called non-governmental organizations.

Defining NGOs From the United Nations (UN):  NGO refers to a non-profit citizens’ voluntary entity organized nationally or internationally. Thus, professional associations, foundations, trade unions, religious organizations, women’s and youth groups, cooperative associations, development and human rights associations, environmental protection groups, research institutes dealing with international affairs and associations of parliamentarians are considered NGOs.

What are NGO examples worldwide? Red Cross World Wildlife Fund  Identify your local examples of NGOs!

Types of NGOs Community based Civil Society Environmental Voluntary Professional Business organized Charity Government organized ORGANIZATIONS

Why people get involved in NGOs? Experience To be useful for society To take care of environment To protect (people, nature etc.) To have work experience To have friends and contacts To influence decisions of the government To make life more interesting etc………..

How NGOs survive? Member fees Donations / support from business, government or individuals Fundraising (including PROJECT WRITING) Organizing social business

Conclusion: NGO NON-profit Initiated by society / individuals Can be working on local, regional, international level NGOs gives benefit to the society