3 Chi J Intl L 171
Debora Spar and James Dail

With the explosion in growth and influence of NGOs during the past few decades, questions arise as to their accountability, authority, and performance. Given the relatively recent rise to prominence of NGOs, little exists in the way of classification and performance metrics. This paper proposes an initial NGO typology, investigates the benefits and drawbacks of a high-level output/outcome/impact framework, and critiques the theory that NGO participatory best-practices can help pave the road to democracy.