NGOs

1. An abbreviation for privately run, n on g overnment o rganizations that strive for world betterment. They have frequent contact with various governments and often attempt to influence policy. Amnesty International and Greenpeace are examples of NGOs.

Example Sentences

In his statement on Monday, Lammy called for a "massive, massive humanitarian response" to prevent more deaths, and for crucial NGOs, humanitarians and health workers to be allowed to distribute stockpiles of aid on Gaza's borders.

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Lammy said: "We continue to work alongside regional partners, including Egypt and Jordan, of course, to enable the UN and NGOs to ensure aid reaches those most in need."

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Several aid agencies and NGOs also suspended their work in Afghanistan as a result - meaning there are fewer ways to verify what is happening there.

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They said they would "work with local councils, NGOs and other stakeholders to ensure any necessary assistance is provided for those individuals who are granted refugee status".

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UN agencies and NGOs have warned of the humanitarian impact of a new offensive.

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