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For many Australians, Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) are the most visible representation of development assistance and a major source of information on issues related to international development.
Australians give generously to NGOs. In 2006 alone, 1,408,837 members of the Australian public donated $724.94 million to Australian NGOs working in the aid and development sector. This indicates that many Australians are willing to contribute to working toward a more just world on a regular basis and take action when immediate help is needed. This then begs the question, ‘who to give to?’
What role do Non-Government Organisations play in international aid and development?
This section gives a concise explanation as to what NGOs are and their opportunities for engagement with government bodies, such as AusAID.
The section outlines several contrasting NGO approaches to development assistance, including grassroots development, humanitarian/ emergency relief, advocacy and international volunteering. It explores the practicalities of running an NGO, such as the fundraising activities necessary to ensuring the financial and consequently political independence and sustainability of NGOs.
Importantly this section draws attention to some of the key considerations to take into account when donating to NGOs, especially in terms of effectiveness and efficiency.
There are also some handy ‘tips for giving’ to assist you making informed decisions on private donations and some things you can do to get active on aid issues!
