The Role of Social Services in Creating the Image of an NGO by the Example of Caritas of the Diocese of Radom Cover Image

Rola usług socjalnych w kreowaniu wizerunku organizacji pozarządowej na przykładzie Caritas Diecezji Radomskiej
The Role of Social Services in Creating the Image of an NGO by the Example of Caritas of the Diocese of Radom

Author(s): Maria Gagacka
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Sociology, Welfare services
Published by: Towarzystwo Naukowe KUL & Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski Jana Pawła II
Keywords: civil society; non profit sector; self-image; social services; Caritas Diocese of Radom

Summary/Abstract: New conditions for the functioning of the non-profit sector and changes in the external environment of these organizations related to the dissemination of the paradigm of multi-sectoral social policy, which is an instrument for achieving personalized, professionally produced and supplied social services, make the commitment and civic activity in this area is essential transformation. Non-governmental organizations operate in many areas of social life, supported mainly by individuals, provide a service for public institutions and other NGOs. The most popular form of action is the direct provision of services to members, clients and dependents of the organization. This high position of this direct activities aimed at the needy is the most heartwarming and positive trend of civil society. Providing services to individuals, non-governmental organizations take part and support the tasks of public institutions. It should be noted that the increase in cooperation between NGOs and public institutions contribute to the building of networks and the multiplication of social capital.

  • Issue Year: 64/2017
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 43-70
  • Page Count: 28
  • Language: Polish