Founder’s Welcome Address – World NGO Day 2026
On February 27, communities across continents mark World NGO Day, an international day dedicated to recognizing the contribution of civil society to our shared future.
In this official video message, Marcis Skadmanis – Founder and the visionary behind World NGO Day (February 27th) – reflects on the meaning of participation, solidarity, and the everyday actions that strengthen societies around the world. His address reminds us that civil society is not defined by institutions alone, but by people — individuals who choose to care, help, and act.
Across different countries, cultures, and languages, organizations may carry different names: NGOs, nonprofits, charities, associations, and community initiatives. Yet they share a common purpose – improving everyday life and supporting one another.
World NGO Day exists to honor this human commitment. It highlights that progress is not built by a single organization or sector, but by collective effort: neighbors helping neighbors, volunteers stepping forward, and communities responding to real needs.
As we celebrate this year’s observance, the message remains simple and universal — resilient societies grow where participation lives.
Happy World NGO Day – celebrating humanity in action.
Media: The Global Council of World NGO Day