World NGO Day 27 February: Know its importance and why it is celebrated

World NGO Day: This day also helps people understand what NGOs actually do for society.

New Delhi: World NGO Day is celebrated annually on 27 February to celebrate, celebrate and collaborate with various NGOs around the world. The purpose of the day is to inspire people in both the public and private sectors to actively engage with NGOs. It aims to educate non-governmental organizations and individuals around the world on their impact.

The day provides an opportunity to honor and remember NGO founders, employees, volunteers, members, and supporters.

The first World NGO Day was observed by the United Nations in 2014, although it was officially recognized and announced in 2010 by member states of the IX Baltic Sea NGO Forum of the Council of Baltic Sea States.

This day gives an opportunity to reflect on hard work and selfless service. Currently, there are millions of volunteers, social workers providing their services to society and many of them are doing it for free.

The day also helps people understand what NGOs actually do for society at the local, national and international levels.