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NGO

Meaning in public administration, with examples

/ˌen dʒiː ˈəʊ/abbreviationCommon term

In public administration, NGO means: Non-governmental organization: a non-profit group, such as a charity, foundation or association, that works on social, environmental or humanitarian issues independently of the state.

In Turkish: sivil toplum kuruluşu (STK), hükümet dışı kuruluş

How it is used

Public bodies often consult, fund or work in partnership with NGOs, especially in social services, disaster relief and EU-funded projects. In more recent texts civil society organization (CSO) is also common.

Example sentences

  1. The ministry is working with local NGOs to reach families who do not use online services.

  2. Several NGOs sent written comments during the consultation period.

Common collocations

  • local NGOs
  • work with NGOs
  • NGO sector
  • civil society organization
  • stakeholderAny person, group or organization that is affected by, or has an interest in, a policy, project or decision, such as citizens, businesses, unions or other agencies.
  • public participationThe involvement of citizens and community groups in public decisions, for example through meetings, surveys, hearings or advisory bodies.
  • governanceThe whole system of rules, institutions and relationships through which decisions are made and power is exercised, including how government works with citizens, business and civil society.
  • public consultationA formal process in which a government body publishes a proposal, such as a draft law or plan, and invites citizens, businesses and organizations to comment before a final decision is made.

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