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| − | Humanitarian [[ | + | Humanitarian [[Overview of NGOs|non-governmental organizations (NGOs)]] are an integral component of international affairs and security, and integral to the functioning of the United Nations and the world at large. Some of the best known NGOs focus on humanitarian issues, such as the International Red Cross, Salvation Army, CARE International, and Oxfam. |
Humanitarian NGOs are mainly concerned with the life and welfare of displaced persons and with the delivery of social services including food delivery, health and mental care, nutrition, and education and training. <membersonly> | Humanitarian NGOs are mainly concerned with the life and welfare of displaced persons and with the delivery of social services including food delivery, health and mental care, nutrition, and education and training. <membersonly> | ||
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| − | Since World War II, humanitarian NGOs have played an important role | + | Since World War II, humanitarian NGOs have played an important role in a world that faces many natural and social disasters. With the significant contribution of humanitarian NGOs, the world is a more protected and cared for place. Although humanitarian NGOs face many challenges including political corruption and terrorism, they must persevere in order to continue to provide aid and relief throughout the world. |
| − | + | Humanitarian NGOs have been instrumental in alleviating the effects of wars and disasters for the past two centuries. With their growing influence and significance in the world, they have become a ray of hope for displaced people around the world who rely on their aid and support. | |
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==References== | ==References== | ||
Latest revision as of 11:19, 6 August 2008
Humanitarian non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are an integral component of international affairs and security, and integral to the functioning of the United Nations and the world at large. Some of the best known NGOs focus on humanitarian issues, such as the International Red Cross, Salvation Army, CARE International, and Oxfam.
Humanitarian NGOs are mainly concerned with the life and welfare of displaced persons and with the delivery of social services including food delivery, health and mental care, nutrition, and education and training.
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