❝ World NGO Day serves as a global platform to acknowledge the tireless efforts of NGOs in shaping our world.

Jay Inslee, Governor of Washington, USA

Official Statement:

❝ Civil society plays a crucial role as the voice for the most vulnerable, contributing to robust democracies and accountable governance.

Josep Borrell, High Representative/Vice-President of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy

Official Statement:

❝ On World NGO day, I thank local NGOs. They give so selflessly and work so tirelessly to better our society, including our citizens who volunteer, our business community who collaborates ...

H.E. Silveria E. Jacobs, Prime Minister of St. Maarten

Official Statement:

❝ On World NGO Day, we honour the remarkable dedication and resilience of workers in international development and humanitarian assistance.

The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada

Official Statement:

❝Greetings on World NGO Day! Active civic movements and public participation are our path to a strong democracy and an inclusive society.

Evika Siliņa, Prime Minister of the Republic of Latvia

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The International Day

Celebrate World NGO Day's 10th Anniversary!

World NGO Day is the only fast-growing international day that acknowledges, celebrates, and pays tribute to the incredible work of over 10 million nonprofit organizations worldwide.

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World NGO day honours the nonprofit organisations and volunteers who give their time and resources to help make a difference.

Microsoft

World NGO day aims to celebrate the successes of the more than ten million NGOs worldwide and to allow many small grassroots organisations to gain the recognition they deserve.

FIFA

Fédération Internationale de Football Association

The tremendous work of NGOs around the world is needed more than ever today. The European Commission will continue to support them in carrying out this crucial work without fear. #WorldNGOday

Ursula von der Leyen

President of the European Commission

On World Non-Governmental Organisation Day, celebrated on 27 February, the European Union applauds the fundamental contribution made by civil society organisations.

Josep Borrell

High Representative/Vice-President of European Commission and EEAS

February 27 is an important day for civil society. We mark World NGO Day during which we celebrate the various NGOs around the world.

Anna Rurka

President of the Conference of INGOs, Council of Europe

A Decade of Global Impact

Over the past decade, this international day has grown into a global phenomenon, acknowledging and celebrating the incredible work of millions of NGOs and the amazing 50 million individuals who drive them forward. This worldwide celebration spans across 89 countries on six continents.

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There are over 10 million awesome NGOs and nonprofits all across the globe.
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