6.3.2 Non-Governmental Organizations

• NGOs are affiliated with and controlled by governments.

  False
• What are NGOs primarily funded by?

  Voluntary contributions
• What is the primary focus of advocacy NGOs?

  Influencing policy
• Hybrid NGOs combine advocacy and operational activities.


  True
• Different types of NGOs work independently and do not complement each other's roles.

  False
• Operational NGOs implement on-the-ground sustainability projects like renewable energy installations
• Complementary roles of NGOs allow them to tackle sustainability challenges from multiple angles.


  True
• Match the NGO with its focus area:

  Greenpeace ↔️ Environmental protection

  Oxfam ↔️ Poverty alleviation

  Habitat for Humanity ↔️ Affordable housing

  Sierra Club ↔️ Conservation
• Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) are non-profit, voluntary organizations that operate independently of any government
• Match the type of NGO with its description:

  Advocacy NGO ↔️ Raises awareness and influences policy

  Operational NGO ↔️ Implements projects and programs

  Hybrid NGO ↔️ Combines advocacy and operations

  Community-Based Organization ↔️ Addresses local issues
• NGOs play a crucial advocacy role by raising awareness about sustainability issues
• What is one type of NGO that tackles sustainability challenges from multiple angles?

  Hybrid
• What is one operational responsibility of NGOs in sustainability?

  Building affordable housing
• Which NGO is known for its advocacy role in environmental protection and climate change?

  Greenpeace
• What type of NGO is Habitat for Humanity?

  Operational
• What is the primary focus of Greenpeace's advocacy efforts?

  Environmental protection
• NGOs collaborate to drive progress toward sustainable societies.


  True
• Concerns about accountability and transparency affect the trust in NGOs
• NGOs complement governments and businesses in sustainability efforts.


  True
• Collaboration between NGOs and governments drives transformative change toward sustainability and equitable societies
• What is one key concept for the future role of NGOs in global sustainability?

  Collaborative projects
• Operational NGOs in the future will design long-term sustainable solutions.


  True
• What does the acronym NGO stand for?

  Non-Governmental Organization
• NGOs are non-profit, meaning they do not seek to generate profit
• NGOs often complement the efforts of governments and businesses in promoting sustainability.


  True
• Operational NGOs focus on implementing specific projects and programs
• What type of NGOs address local issues at a community or regional level?

  Community-Based Organizations
• What role do NGOs play in raising awareness about sustainability issues?

  Advocacy role
• NGOs address sustainability challenges from multiple angles due to their diverse roles.


  True
• NGOs play a crucial advocacy role in raising awareness about sustainability issues and influencing policy
• Greenpeace is an advocacy NGO that uses campaigns to influence environmental policy.


  True
• Advocacy NGOs raise awareness and influence policy
• What is one operational role of NGOs in sustainability?

  Renewable energy installations
• NGOs implement sustainability projects like renewable energy installations.


  True
• Advocacy NGOs raise awareness and lobby for stronger environmental laws
• Complementary NGOs address sustainability challenges collaboratively.


  True
• Oxfam is a hybrid NGO focused on poverty alleviation and humanitarian aid
• Advocacy NGOs influence policy, while operational NGOs implement projects.


  True
• Habitat for Humanity focuses on affordable housing and community development
• What is a major funding challenge faced by NGOs?

  Reliance on voluntary contributions