Research and Studies

This strategy is intended for the broad range of non-governmental organizations in Palestine. The initiative to prepare this strategy came from the Project Management Office (PMO) of the Palestinian NGO (PNGO) Project of the World Bank in preparation for the third phase of PNGO. However, the strategy is not intended to be a strategy of the PMO for PNGO III only. It is crafted to address the alleged weaknesses of NGOs and the expectations of stakeholders of the role that they should play in responding both to current problems as well as long-term concerns. It is expected that implementation will be a collaborative undertaking by different stakeholders.

This study was conducted to deepen the understanding of the NGO community’s participation in the national and sector planning processes. The purpose of this study is to strengthen the contribution and participation of Palestinian NGOs in national and sector planning and in policy making processes. The study aims, specifically, to evaluate the scope of Palestinian NGO participation in the national and sector planning processes, the quality of participation, and nature of NGO representation in these processes. This study identifies gaps in the capacity of these NGOs themselves, and their representative bodies and umbrella networks. It aims to enhance NGO contribution and integrate them into the planning processes; identify mechanisms for dialogue and partnership between the government and NGOs; submitting recommendations to improve and institutionalize participation; and enhance the participatory approach and transparency in national and sector planning processes, including monitoring and evaluation of plans based on the principles of accountability and social responsibility.

This study comes within the framework of the NGO Development Center’s (NDC) efforts to develop the NGO sector to become more responsive, transparent and accountable to Palestinian communities. This is to be accomplished by setting standards and promoting collaboration within the NGO sector. It will be supported by strategic policy research, planning, and a strategic plan.

The Palestinian NGOs Code of Conduct entails the objectives of Palestinian NGOs with the level of its aspiration for values, good governance, community development and freedom for Palestinians.