nongovernmental

nongovernmental
Not governmental; not derived from a government; civilian.

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  • nongovernmental — [spelling only] …   English World dictionary

  • nongovernmental — non|gov|ern|men|tal [ ,nangʌvərn mentl ] adjective a nongovernmental organization is not part of a government but is usually involved in the type of work that government departments do …   Usage of the words and phrases in modern English

  • Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs) in Burma —    Nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and international nongovernmental organizations (INGOs) have been deeply involved in Burma since the State Law and Order Restoration Council seized power in 1988. Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch,… …   Historical Dictionary of Burma (Myanmar)

  • nongovernmental organization —       voluntary group of individuals or organizations, usually not affiliated with any government, that is formed to provide services or to advocate a public policy. Although some NGOs are for profit corporations, the vast majority are nonprofit… …   Universalium

  • Nongovernmental international panel on climate change — Das Nongovernmental International Panel on Climate Change (NIPCC; Internationale Nichtregierungskommission zum Klimawandel) ist eine von Fred Singer gegründete und weitgehend virtuelle Institution, die als vermeintlich unabhängige Einrichtung… …   Deutsch Wikipedia

  • nongovernmental organizations — Transnational organizations of private citizens that maintain a consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. Nongovernmental organizations may be professional associations, foundations, multinational businesses …   Military dictionary

  • nongovernmental organization (NGO) — Organization that is not part of any government. A key distinction is between not for profit groups and for profit corporations; the vast majority of NGOs are not for profit. In some countries, particularly socialist ones, some NGOs are… …   Universalium

  • nongovernmental organization — NGO A *private sector organization dedicated to assistance and development in the fields of economics, finance, health, political governance, humanitarian relief, and related areas. Nongovernmental organizations are often active in *developing… …   Auditor's dictionary

  • nongovernmental — adj. * * * …   Universalium

  • nongovernmental — adj. not concerning the government …   English contemporary dictionary

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