NGOs, NPOs & Social Communities

What is NGO's

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.

Here are some functions of nongovernment organizations:
  • 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.

Kinds on NGO's

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

Organization Name Organization Type
UNICEF
Mr Abhishek Pandey
UN or other intergovernmental organization.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
WHO-NPSP
Dr Sudhir Maknikar
UN or other intergovernmental organization .
Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
Centre for Urban and Regional Excellence
Mr Rajesh Kumar
International or local NGO/CBO.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
Sah-Shakti Society
Ms Uzma
International or local NGO/CBO.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
UHRC
Ms. Charu Johri
International or local NGO/CBO.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh .
Chauhan Medical & Research Centre
Dr Akhilesh Kumar Singh
Foundation/research/academic/policy institute.
AGRA, Uttar Pradesh.
S.N.Medical College, Agra
Prof. Rajeshwar Dayal
Foundation/research/academic/policy institute.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh
PrasadChild & Mother Health Care Centre
Dr. Piyush Prasad
Company/independent consultant.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
Independent
Ms S. Chauhan
Other
Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
Caspian Sea
Dr. Anand Rai
Company/independent consultant.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
Malhotra Nursing and Maternity Home (P)Ltd.
Dr. Jaideep Malhotra
Company/independent consultant.
Agra, Uttar Pradesh.