civil sector
[ˈsɪvəl ˈsɛktər]
nounpl: civil sectors
setor civil
1. The part of society and economy composed of non-governmental organizations, non-profit entities, and civil society institutions that operate independently from both government and for-profit businesses
The civil sector plays a crucial role in addressing social issues and advocating for community needs.
O setor civil desempenha um papel crucial na abordagem de questões sociais e na defesa das necessidades da comunidade.
2. Organizations and individuals engaged in voluntary, charitable, and community-based activities
Many international development projects are implemented through civil sector organizations.
Muitos projetos de desenvolvimento internacional são implementados através de organizações do setor civil.
3. The organized expressions of interests and values of different groups in society
The civil sector mobilized to demand transparency in government spending.
O setor civil se mobilizou para exigir transparência nos gastos governamentais.
In Brazil, the civil sector (setor civil or terceiro setor) is increasingly recognized as vital for social development and democratic participation. Brazilian civil society organizations have been instrumental in addressing issues like poverty, education, and environmental protection. The term gained prominence particularly after redemocratization in the 1980s and is now central to discussions about governance, social responsibility, and community development. In the USA and international contexts, the civil sector represents a strong tradition of volunteerism and non-profit activism that complements government and market mechanisms.
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