Definition: civil society refers to the realm of voluntary collective action outside the government and for-profit sectors. It encompasses a wide Range of organizations and movements formed by citizens to pursue shared interests, promote values and address societal issues.
Characteristics: civil society organizations [CSOs] are characterized by their voluntary nature , independence from the government, pluralism, and diverse forms of expression and participation.
Functions: civil society plays several key roles, including advocacy for citizens monitoring government actions fostering social cohesion providing services facilitating democratic participation and promoting accountability and transparency.
Non-governmental organizations [NGOs]:
Definition: NGOs are a subset of civil society organizations, typically operating independently of government control, formed to address specific issues or promote particular causes.
Types: NGOs can vary widely in their mission scope size and operational models. They include advocacy groups charities development organizations think tanks humanitarian agencies and more.
Functions: NGOs engage in a range of activities including service delivery advocacy research capacity-building community organizing and humanitarian assistance. They often fill gaps in public services and contribute to policy formulation and implementation.
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