Definition
A nongovernment organization is an association which

• is based on the common interests of its members, individuals, or institutions
• has no governmental status or function, and
• is not created by a government, nor is its agenda set or implemented by a government.

• Most larger nongovernment agencies are involved in aid and relief.
• Other nongovernment organizations have a major role in developing human resources among minorities by
  • delivering services at the local level
  • helping community organization
  • promoting education, and
  • working for intangible benefits such as cultural self-esteem.
  
  

• Many are especially strong in addressing issues at the community level such as

  • adult education
  • income generation
  • organization of savings and credit societies
  • primary health care, or
  • small-scale agricultural production.
  
  
• They may work cooperatively with governments.

Nongovernment organizations exist at all levels of society. Some may contribute importantly to local-language literacy.

Here are some kinds of nongovernment organizations:-

Level of Society

Kinds of organizations

Local

• Churches
• Cultural associations
• Farmers' clubs
• Language committees
• Savings groups
• Women's groups

National

• Adult education associations
• Churches
• Housing associations
• Linguistic organizations
• Professional groupings
• Rural development organizations
• Translation organizations

International

• Development and aid organizations (CAFOD, OXFAM, Red Cross, Save the Children, and World Vision)
• Federations of associations
• Linguistic organizations
• Translation organizations