- World NGO Day was first proposed in 2010 by the Baltic Sea NGO Forum. The event was accepted by the forum in 2012. Initially, the day was only recognised in countries which were part of the forum like Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, and others.
- The theme for World NGO Day varies each year, but it typically focuses on a particular aspect of NGO work. Some recent themes include "Together for Impact," "Innovate for Change," and "For a Just and Sustainable World."
- NGOs are non-profit organizations that are independent of the government and work towards a specific social, environmental, or cultural goal.
- They can range from small, local organizations to large, international organizations, and they may focus on a wide range of issues, including human rights, education, health, environmental protection, and disaster relief.