Nongovernmental Organization

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
NGO
Pronunciation
/nɑnˌgəvərnˈmɛntəl ˌɔrgənəˈzeɪʃən/
Category
Governmental
Related Field
Military

Examples in Context

  1. Finally, I think we have to strengthen the strength of this nongovernmental organization movement around the world.
  2. Each year the award is given to a charitable or nongovernmental organization working to end human suffering.
  3. Thousands of attendees including country leaders and representatives, nongovernmental organization workers, and journalists are expected.
  4. To cover some of the expenses, he set up a nongovernmental organization to accept donations, though contributions from individuals must be no more than 1,000 renminbi, about $ 160.
  5. Committee on the Rights of the Child / nongovernmental organization liaison officer

Other meanings of NGO