NURS FPX 8024 Assessment 1 Nongovernmental Agencies Involved in Global Issues

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Capella University

NURS FPX8024

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Nongovernmental Agencies Involved in Global Issues

A nongovernmental organization (NGO) is a voluntary organization that is neither assisted by any government, and the main concern of which is typically the social, environmental, or humanitarian issue. The evaluation reveals that there is a need to scrutinize the structure and performance of such institutions in addressing health needs in the world. Humanitarian services and development services offered by CARE International are necessary in all parts of the world (CARE, n.d.-b).

CARE is a company that provides health services, education, and emergency relief to the vulnerable and least-resourced areas of the world. In addition to deliberating on the mission, operations, and accountability of CARE, the evaluation is based on an interview with one of the board members, who also provided information on their financial and operational transparency.

Section I

About the Nongovernmental Funding Organization

Care International was started by Arthur Ringland in 1945 as a relief organization in Europe following World War II. The organization started out as a food relief mechanism, but as time passed, it developed to become a universal humanitarian service (CARE, n.d.-a). CARE is based in Geneva, Switzerland, and operates in approximately 100 countries such as Bangladesh, Sudan, Haiti and Afghanistan (CARE, n.d.-a). Disaster relief, food security, women’s empowerment, and global health interventions are areas on which the organization is interested.

Mission and Goals

CARE International will be concerned with the living standards of people by alleviating poverty and advocating dignity for all people. The mission statement of the organization is rather agreeable with the existing problems in the world, including the disparity in healthcare, gender-based violence, and disaster response. They only program on an emergency responsive basis, maternal healthcare provision and economic empowerment. They are specific and measurable goals such as a cut in infant and maternal deaths, more female education, and access of clean water (CARE, n.d.-a). The organization can contribute to social change in the long-term by making the communities more resilient.

Transparency and Accountability

The organization believes in transparency and good governance. The programs in the CARE operating funds constitute a massive percentage, implying that money is channeled to mission-oriented activities. The financial reports are publicly available, as well as the impact reports, and they can be found on the CARE site (CARE, 2025b).

The prestige of the organization is required due to the presence of the board of directors and adherence to the developed ethical principles. The programs are also checked and surveyed after a period to make sure that it is not out of tune with the targets and expectations of the donors. This is a donor-funded organization, and through it accountability is also realized in the form of the periodic third-party audit and internal scrutiny.

Program Effectiveness

The organization has programs that cover concerns of health, gender inequality, food insecurity, and emergency aid. Last year, the organization provided medical and nutrition to more than 90 million individuals out of crisis geographies, safe delivery kits to more than 120,000 pregnant women, and hygienic products to millions of people in refugee camps. Moreover, the VSLAs of CARE also assisted thousands of women to become financially independent (CARE, n.d.-b). Evidence-based practice and frequent monitoring of the programs are also based on the organization.

The use of programmes has been used to help lower the rate of malnutrition in sub-Saharan Africa as well as raise the number of girls enrolled in schools. The fact that the target populations, in particular, women and children, are marginalized contributes to the impact of the programs (Ali et al., 2022). There is one more aspect that makes the organization effective in the long-term perspective: it is flexible in its approach to altering the program according to the assessment.

Partnerships and Collaborations

The organization is also very critical of teamwork in high-need areas. The CARE works together with governments, local non-governmental organizations, and international organizations like the United Nations, among others to make sure that the programs are sustainable and relevant (CARE, 2024b). Through cooperation, countries are able to obtain mutual knowledge and technological aid (CARE, 2024b). Communities are also something that needs to be taken into account and interventions become more palatable to the culture. By collaborating, the organization is covered more, the community owns it more and the effective tactics are magnified.

Financial Management

CARE International is financially quite prudent. In 2023, the organization was given approximately 880 million dollars, with 90 percent going to program services, 8 percent in administration and 2 percent in fundraising (CARE, 2024a). The finances were obtained in the form of contracts and grants (600 million), personal contributions (180 million) and corporate ties and institutional donors (the rest) (CARE, 2024a). Audits are publicly available as well as financial reports. The careful management of funds has been awarded to the group by Charity Navigator and other scrutinizers (Genisca et al., 2022). Diversity of funds ensures that one is not so dependent on money, but rather stronger. The budgeting and trust of the donors place CARE at the position to respond quickly in the case of emergencies, as well as in the long-term development initiatives.

Section II

Logistics

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Link: https://www.care.org
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Organization Name: CARE International

Question: How did your journey with CARE begin, and what does your current role involve?

I joined CARE 12 years ago in South Sudan as a field health officer. I am now in charge of regional health programs in East Africa. Daily, there are consultations with the country teams, the assessment of program performance, and the development of the strategy of health interventions. My greatest professional experience at work is improving maternal and child health among the vulnerable communities.

Question: What are the biggest challenges in your role, and how do you overcome them?

And one of the most difficult things is to work in unstable places where the infrastructure is not much. In order to be capable of such hardships, I focus on the creation of the proper community partnership. It should have confidence and communication effectiveness with local teams. The key points of its responsiveness to change quickly are flexibility and resilience, therefore.

Question: How did you get started, and what do you enjoy most about your career?

I started my career as a community nurse in Uganda. The experiences that I had at a tender age made me understand the necessity of grassroots work. We have no other feeling that matches the feeling of seeing a child and a mother who survived childbirth, courtesy of our programs. This is the effect that gives me the motivation in my day-to-day life.

Mission, Activities, and Community Impact

Mission and Goals

Question: What is the organization’s mission and primary goals?

CARE’s mission is the eradication of poverty and the achievement of social justice. The organization aims to empower females and girls. The key goals include improving health, nutrition, and financial stability. The CARE is also oriented to the responsiveness to the humanitarian crisis.

Question: How do policies affecting healthcare and population health outcomes affect your agency?

Policies have an influence on our sources of funds and the provision of healthcare. The CARE enhances equitable health policies in the world. I liaise with the local governments to accept policy changes. Through the local government, I am helped to synchronize my services with the health priorities of the country.

Question: How did the organization identify the need for its services within the community?

Frequently, a community needs assessment is conducted. Most of our programs are also guided by the response of the local partners. The intervention measures are grounded on the information regarding poverty, malnutrition, and maternal deaths. This is to benefit the region with the greatest demand.

Programs and Services

Question: Can you describe the key programs and services the organization provides?

The CARE provides child and maternal health services, nutrition, and emergency relief. Such programs also include economic empowerment of women and prevention of gender-based violence. The commonly used projects include the hygiene and sanitation projects. Mobile clinics are used in distant places.

Question: How do these programs address the specific needs of the community?

Local information and culture are used to develop the programmes. The services are specially tailored to address the health concerns of every nation. Community health workers provide constant care and education. We encourage accessibility among the disadvantaged populations.

Question: Who is your target population? 

Women, displaced people, and children are the main targets. The bulk of the services is executed in poor and rural communities. The pregnant women and malnourished children are accorded high priorities. Others taken care of include the youth and violence survivors.

Community Engagement

Question: How does the organization engage with the community it serves?

The CARE develops associations based on community volunteers and leaders. The awareness is created through health outreach days and town halls. Community-based organizations conduct programs and supervise them. The communication is interactive and non-stop.

Question: Are there specific outreach or involvement strategies in place?

Yes, I am employing mobile units of radio messages, health, and peer educators. Women’s groups are created as local heroines. Surveys and focus groups are the ones that shape further endeavors. The tools bring us to be relevant to society.

Impact Assessment

Question: How does the organization measure the impact of its programs?

Such indicators are taken into account by the CARE, such as low child mortality and increased skilled birth attendance. Third-party review and frequent monitoring is done. The progress of a team is checked with the help of data dashboards. Feedback on beneficiaries is also obtained.

Question: Can you provide examples of success stories or positive outcomes from your initiatives?

In Malawi, the maternal deaths decreased by a third in three years. In Bangladesh, more than 100,000 girls returned to school. Kenyan women have also started savings groups, which are now funding local clinics. The stories can be regarded as the reality and practical effect.

Collaborations and Partnerships

Question: Does the organization collaborate with other non-profits, government agencies, or businesses?

Yes, CARE partners with UNICEF, WHO, and the local ministries. Alliances assist in the sharing of resources, and they eliminate duplication. The mobile clinics are one of the innovations that can be facilitated by the business partners to scale. This type of initiative contributes to our coverage and power.

Volunteer and Staff Involvement

Question: How are volunteers involved in the organization’s activities?

Volunteers are employed in health campaigns and in data collection. One can find a few volunteers who support local schooling. In most instances, they are part of the society that they operate in. They are not wise or devoted to be sold.

Question: Can you share insights into the dedication and expertise of the staff?

On our staff, we have doctors, midwives, engineers, and nutritionists. The majority of them are natives to the regions that they serve. They are put under continuous training. All things are subject to their passion and expertise.

Challenges and Adaptability

Question: What challenges has the organization faced, and how has it overcome them?

Political unrest and conflict zones are a blowback to programs. I managed the issue by training the local employees as leaders. Satellite offices offer service assistance. Planning has to be flexible.

Question: How does the organization adapt its strategies based on changing community needs?

The CARE bases its program updates on reviews. The opinions of society are considered. I change modes of content and delivery frequently. Most of the digital transitions were caused by the pandemic response.

Financial Sustainability

Question: How does the organization secure funding for its programs?

The sources of financing are partnerships, institutional grants, and donations. CARE has fundraising events across the world. Specific programs are also sponsored by corporate sponsors. Long-term planning allows continuity in funding.

Question: Can you provide information on financial transparency and stewardship?

Financial audits are done on an annual basis. Budgets and reports are also available online. 90 percent of the funds are channeled to program services. The CARE has been identified as the source of ethical financial practices.

Future Plans

Question: What are the organization’s plans and initiatives?

The CARE will make efforts to expand telehealth in rural areas. The second priority is climate-resistant agriculture. My change goal would be to increase access to mental health. The gender equality problem is associated with future strategies, too.

Reflection

The interview and research of the public health organizations were eye-opening. The initiative and creativity to make ends meet with the international health programs are marvelous. Nevertheless, the level of collaboration between the government programs and the NGOs was higher than anticipated. The empowerment of women was addressed to a great extent, which was positive. That is why I have gained awareness of the strength of community involvement, and I am even more determined to contribute to the global health cause. The experience was an eye-opener on the level of commitment of NGOs to dealing with global health matters.

Conclusion

One of the stakeholders involved in population health promotion in the world is the NGO CARE International. The successful programs require strategic partners and communities. This is enhanced by the fact that money is open and the NGO is flexible. The cross-board working skill enhances working. This is what is happening with the actions of the group in enhancing health resilience and gender equity.

For the next (2nd) assessment of this class: NURS FPX 8024 Assessment 2