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Iranian NGOs outperform contractors in various fields
During the meeting, it was emphasized that NGOs could replace contractors in Iran in many areas.
Speaking in the event, Mohammad Abouei, the secretary of Tehran-based NGOs Headquarters stated that, “We do our utmost to make the words of NGOs reach the officials and public.”
The empowerment of NGOs along with boosting logistical infrastructure is one of the demands of the members of Iranian NGOs, he noted.
Stating that NGOs should play a key role in planning and monitoring in the country, Abouei said the government should work to take advantage of the capacity of NGOs.
The regulations regarding the activities of NGOs are facing many challenges as no decision has been made for the ratification of a draft on NGOs by the Parliament, he criticized, noting that the organizations are working under the framework of a bill which was approved by the cabinet.
Speaking at the event, Alireza Atashak, the managing director of Iran NGO Network urged the Iranian government to stop receiving tax from bank deposits of NGOs.
According to the tax laws of NGOs, which stipulates their tax exemption, and considering the restrictions that these organizations are facing, Atashak said it is necessary to remove collecting tax from their bank deposits.