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Is This the End of the NGO Era? A Stark Shift in Global Civil Society

The role of international NGOs in global civil society is facing unprecedented challenges—from government crackdowns and shrinking aid budgets to declining public trust and geopolitical shifts. As traditional models of advocacy and aid are disrupted, the future of NGO influence hangs in the balance. Discover what this means for communities worldwide and how new approaches centered on local leadership are emerging.