Who We Are | Good Neighbors Canada

30 YEARS OF LIFE-CHANGING TRANSFORMATIONS

Founded in South Korea and now operating worldwide, Good Neighbours has helped over 8 million people
across the globe since 1991.

In partnership with United Nations agencies, we are a humanitarian organization that believes in empowering people. We are committed to supporting communities through enhancing wellbeing and promoting positive, sustainable change.

GOOD CHANGE FOR THE WORLD

Good Neighbours Canada is a registered charity in Toronto, Ontario, that supports people in need locally and internationally.

Our primary objective is to work closely with the communities we serve, fostering collaboration and understanding. Through a collaborative approach, we strive to develop programs and initiatives that are tailored to address the unique circumstances and requirements of each community.

We have been operating in Canada since 2017, implementing a wide range of inclusive community-based development projects and providing emergency relief.

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WHAT WE WORK WITH

Five pillars of wellbeing:

Health | Education | Social enterprise | Water access | Emergency relief

Our mandate is guided by the principles of inclusivity, respect, and dignity. We believe in the inherent value and potential of every
individual, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. We prioritize the voices and experiences of marginalized groups and actively work to reduce disparities and promote equality.

DID YOU KNOW?

We have General Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC).

Besides working with local governments, we cooperate with United Nations agencies, like the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), the High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and the World Food Programme (WFP). One example is the Zero Hunger Project, implemented in Tanzania and Bangladesh.

OUR STORY

Good neighbours receives a Millenium Development Goals Award or the advancement of primary education

Good Neighbours Canada distributing goods for those most affected by the COVId-19 pandemic

OUR VISION

EMPOWER PEOPLE TO TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to implement projects that promote and protect children’s rights, strengthen global partnerships and advocate for human rights in a respectful and effective way, empowering people to achieve self-reliance.

OUR VALUES

We work wherever there is need, regardless of race, religion or ideology.

We mobilize local volunteers to participate in developing their communities.

We maintain professional accountability and transparency by reporting projects' status.

We promote self-reliance for sustainable development.

We work to ensure children's rights are protected.

We work in cooperation with local partners, who share our community development goals.

Our mandate is guided by the principles of inclusivity, respect, and dignity.

Through our programs and initiatives, we seek to foster social cohesion, community engagement, and self-reliance. We recognize
the importance of building strong networks and collaborations among individuals, community organizations, and other partners. By facilitating these connections, we aim to create a supportive ecosystem that enables communities to thrive and overcome the challenges they face.