In this course you will engage with the theory and practice of Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) in global affairs, and particularly in relation to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. NGOs are viewed as key players within what is known as 'civil society'. The role of civil society in development and global governance has taken on increasing significance, in large part due to changing ideas about the role of the state, the influence of social movements, and efforts to reinvigorate democratic participation in a globalised world. You will consider the comparative advantage of values and roles of NGOs, the partnerships they form, how they facilitate capacity development, their organisational management, legitimacy and accountability, and their future opportunities.?