How to Ask a Great Question on CSO Go

Ask your question in clear, accessible language

To get the best help from the CSO Go community, write your question in clear and simple language. Avoid technical or overly formal wording so that other civil society members, community leaders, and NGO professionals can easily understand and respond.

Search first

Before posting, try using the search bar to see if someone else has already asked a similar question. Many common challenges faced by CSOs and NGOs — such as registration, funding, or reporting — may already have detailed answers from other users.

Summarise your issue

Use the Question Title block to give a short, clear snapshot of your issue. Focus on what you need help with — for example, “How can I apply for a government grant?” or “Best way to recruit volunteers for a beach cleanup?” Including keywords like “funding,” “volunteers,” or “governance” helps others find your question more easily.

Provide full details

Use the Description block to explain the context of your question. Include:

• What you are trying to achieve

• Steps you have already taken or challenges faced

• Any specific location, project type, or partners involved

• Details that could help others give the most accurate advice

Ask one main question per post so the community can provide focused, quality answers.

Stay engaged

Check back for responses, thank contributors, and share what worked. CSO Go thrives when users collaborate — your experience might help another organisation succeed.