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Third Sector

/θɜːrd ˈsɛktər/noun
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The third sector encompasses nonprofit organizations, charities, and cooperatives that operate outside of government and for-profit businesses, focusing on social welfare and community needs. It bridges gaps in public services and private markets, with modern relevance in areas like social entrepreneurship and sustainable development, where it drives innovation without the primary goal of financial profit.

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