Stories from the
global movement.
Reports, announcements and reflections on how World NGO Day is marked across borders — and on the people who make civil society work.
World NGO Day Announces the Launch of Its Global Council
World NGO Day, a globally recognized international day founded in Europe and now observed in over 145 countries, and endorsed by the EU, UNESCO, UNDP,…
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 o…
University Isabel I (Universidad Isabel I) Highlights World NGO Day in Spain
The University Isabel I (Universidad Isabel I) in Spain marked World NGO Day 2023, with a dedicated blog feature highlighting the historical and conte…
Imbabura Geopark Highlights World NGO Day in Ecuador
The Imbabura Geopark in Ecuador marked World NGO Day on February 27, 2024, with a focused initiative to recognize the contributions of non-governmenta…
Puñal Municipal Government Marks World NGO Day in Dominican Republic
In the municipality of Puñal, Dominican Republic, civic and governmental leaders marked World NGO Day on February 27 with a formal acknowledgment of t…
Namibia Celebrates World NGO Day with Civic Engagement Focus
Namibian civil society marked World NGO Day with a nationwide event emphasizing the critical role of non-governmental organizations in advancing the c…
CEPS Marks World NGO Day with Special Recognition in Seychelles
The Citizens Engagement Platform Seychelles (CEPS) marked World NGO Day on February 27, 2024, by hosting a ceremony to recognize individuals whose con…
St. Maarten Marks World NGO Day with Government Recognition
St. Maarten celebrated World NGO Day 2021 with a virtual conference, “Virtual NPOwer NGO World Day – SXM,” highlighting the pivotal role of non-govern…
Government of Moldova, Acting Prime Minister Aureliu Ciocoi on World NGO Day
The Republic of Moldova observed World NGO Day 2021, with Acting Prime Minister Aureliu Ciocoi highlighting the essential contributions of non-governm…