Third sector

Équivalents : Tercer sector
Tiers secteur
Domaine : Economy

Définition

An economic and social space occupied by voluntary and nonprofit organizations, as distinct from the business and public sectors.

Description

The third sector includes non-profit, non-governmental organisations in the social economy. It encompasses volunteer and charity activities and contributes to many industries including community health services, rural, education, housing, sport and recreation, culture and finance.

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