NGOs

Cultural  

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.

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Example Sentences

Both NGOs and the United Nations have criticised breaches of human rights in the country on his watch.

From Barron's

Pichon said the plan was presented to dozens of diplomats and representatives of international NGOs on Tuesday.

From Barron's

Its tactics have drawn heavy criticism from many Democrats, civil liberties groups and NGOs.

From BBC

In their statement, they said her prosecution formed "part of a broader pattern of intensifying repression of civil society in Tunisia," citing cases brought against rights defenders, media "smear campaigns" and new restrictions on NGOs working on migration.

From BBC

Observers and NGOs have criticised the results of the polls, which the opposition has denounced.

From Barron's