Sample goals of a civic association by category
This article is for those interested in buying or selling a civic association (OZ). Below you will find a sample list of OZ goals divided by thematic areas. The formulations can serve as inspiration when choosing a ready-made OZ or when adjusting the scope of activity. We recommend professional consultation when finalizing the statutes.
SPORTS
- Support and development of physical health and personality of individuals, support and development of sports leisure activities and overall physical and mental fitness and a healthy lifestyle
- Support and development of sports and physical activities for people of all ages, including adults and seniors, with an emphasis on active leisure activities
- Support and development of sports in general, both amateur and professional, at regional, national and international levels
TOURISM
- Support and development of agrotourism in Slovakia and abroad
- Support and development of the organization of tourist and sightseeing trips and excursions throughout Slovakia
- Support and development of regional tourism promotion
- Support and development of national tourism promotion
- Supporting the association of tourism professionals with the aim of improving mutual awareness and cooperation
- Support and development of tourism in the region and at the local level
- Support and development of tourism and visitor numbers at the regional level
- Support and development of tourism and visitor numbers at the national level
- Support for the construction of tourist lookout towers
- Support and development of the use of tourism potential in the region
- Support and development of the use of tourism potential at the national level
- Support and development of tourism aimed at promoting local cultural heritage
- Support and development of research and development of improved tourism conditions
- Support and development of tourism studies
- Support and development of discussion meetings and events focused on tourism
- Support and development of conditions for the implementation of new tourism projects
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
- Support and development of rescue nests for unwanted children
- Support and development of the popularization of rescue nests and the spread of awareness among the general public
- Support and development of the organization of educational concerts for children and youth
- Support and development of the popularization of art for children and youth
- Support and development of foreign language skills and foreign language literature for children and youth
- Support and development of Montessori activities and events
- Support and dissemination of awareness of the Montessori approach and principles
- Support and development of natural conception
- Support and development of lactation counseling for mothers and new mothers
- Support and development of obstetric and postpartum care
- Support and development of consulting activities in the areas of pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, motherhood and parenthood
- Support and development of parental competencies
- Support and development of assistance to parents during parenthood
- Support and development of group meetings and stays focused on supporting motherhood and parenthood
- Support and development of prevention in matters of sexually transmitted diseases
- Support and development of orphanages
- Providing assistance and support to orphanages
- Support and development of children with autism spectrum disorder
- Support and development of integration of disabled children
- Support and development of special education service provision
- Support and development of the organization of trips, camps, weekend stays for children, youth and the general public
- Support and development of parents in the area of healthy child development
- Support and development of cooperation between entities focused on working with children and youth
- Support and development of sports and physical activities for children and youth with an emphasis on active and meaningful spending of free time
- Support and development of social communication for children and youth
- Support and development of the provision of material and technical equipment for children and youth
- Support and development of studies related to children and youth
- Supporting the association of experts to improve mutual awareness and cooperation
- Support and development of education for children and youth
- Support and development of education for physically and mentally disabled children, adolescents and adults
- Support and development of creative talent in children, youth and adults
- Support and development of youth work skills
- Support and development of educational activities in preschool facilities
- Support and development of educational activities in primary schools
- Support and development of educational activities in secondary schools
- Support and development of organizing daily summer and winter camps
- Education and upbringing of youth and children, support and assistance in organizing competitions
- Support and development of social communication of children and youth
HOBBIES
- Support and development of second-hand bookshops and their activities
- Support and development of the popularization of second-hand bookstores and the spread of awareness among the general public
- Support, development and promotion of barista skills
- Support and development of the popularization of barista skills and the spread of awareness among the general public
- Support, development and promotion of philately
- Support and development of the popularization of philately and the spread of awareness among the general public
- Support and development of local gastronomy
- Support and development of Slovak gastronomy
- Support and development of gastronomy through tastings
- Support and development of mushroom farming
- Support and development of the popularization of mushroom growing among the general public and overall awareness raising
- Support and development of book clubs
- Support and development of the popularization of book clubs and spreading awareness among the general public
- Support and development of cynology promotion
- Support and development of the popularization of cynology and spreading awareness among the general public
- Support, development and promotion of numismatics
- Support and development of the popularization of numismatics and the spread of awareness among the general public
- Support and development of fishing
- Support and development of the popularization of fishing
- Support, development and promotion of sommeliership
- Support and development of the popularization of sommeliering and spreading awareness among the general public
- Support and development of beekeeping in the region
- Support and development of the promotion of the importance of bees and beekeepers
- Support for the association of owners and fans of historic vehicles
- Support and development of organizing historic vehicle shows
- Support and development of car and motorcycle renovation
- Support and development of veteran meetings and exhibitions
CULTURE
- Support and development of Slovak and foreign architectural creation
- Support and development of architecture in Slovakia and abroad
- Support and development of artistic activities focused on architecture
- Support and development of archive building
- Support and development of records of objects of cultural value
- Support and development of monument funds
- Support and development of Slovak and foreign theatre production
- Support and development of artistic activities focused on theater
- Support and development of the popularization of theatre
- Support and development of design in Slovakia and abroad
- Support and development of artistic activities focused on design
- Development and popularization of design
- Support and development of activities related to the renovation of historic and rolling stock
- Support and development of associations of citizens interested in historic and rolling stock
- Support and development of the preservation of traffic monuments
- Support and development of cooperation with the Railway Museum of the Slovak Republic
- Support and development of cooperation between railway companies and museum institutions
- Support and development of the popularization of film production
- Support and development of artistic activities focused on music
- Support and development of Slovak and foreign musical creation
- Support and development of Slovak and foreign audiovisual production
- Support and development of the popularization of Slovak music
- Support and development of records of objects of cultural value
- Support and development of library systems
- Support and development of traditional Turkish culture
- Support and development of book collections
- Support and development of the expansion of the scope of art and cultural heritage values
- Support and promotion of the surrounding nature and cultural monuments
- Support and development of the protection of the cultural heritage of Slovakia
- Support and development of Slovak and foreign literary creation
- Support and development of the popularization of domestic literature
- Support and development of Slovak and foreign painting
- Support and development of the popularization of painting
- Support and development of media literacy promotion
- Support and development of printed matter translation activities
- Support and development of Slovak nature through social networks
- Support and development of data collection
- Support and development of the portal and blogs
- Support and development of social media users' skills
- Support and development of user databases and profiles
- Support and development of assistance to blog readers on social networks and media
- Support and development of media campaigns
- Supporting and spreading awareness in the field of neuromarketing and its pitfalls
- Support and development of platforms for free expression of citizens
- Support and development of the provision of consulting and advisory activities in the field of Internet services
- Support and development of associations of the general public with an interest in blogs and social networks
- Influencer support and development
- Support and development of influencer popularization
- Support and development of museums
- Support and development of galleries
- Support and development of museum collections
- Support and development of Christianity (e.g. Buddhism, Hinduism…)
- Support and development of Christian traditions for the general public
- Support and development of Christian churches in Slovakia
- Support and development of the Roman Catholic Church in the Slovak Republic
- Support and development of Slovak and foreign sculptural work
- Support and development of artistic activities focused on sculpture
- Support and development of the popularization of sculpture
- Support and development of dance in Slovakia and abroad
- Support and development of artistic activities focused on dance
- Support and development of dance popularization in Slovakia
- Support and development of activities related to the traditional culture of nations
- Support and development of traditional Slovak (Slavic, Czech, Hungarian...) culture
- Supporting the association of cultural professionals in order to improve mutual awareness and cooperation
- Support and development of activities related to the implementation of new projects
- Support and development of activities related to the traditional culture of nations
- Support and development of professional and artistic groups
- Support and development of the export of cultural value abroad
- Support and development of research and development in culture
- Support and development of legislative changes related to culture
- Support and development of publishing activities in the field of culture
- Support and development of information activities in the field of culture
- Support and development of translation activities in the field of literary fiction
- Support and development of the revival of folk traditions and cultural heritage
- Support and development of information activities related to cultural events
- Support and development of thematic events at local and international level
- Support and development of the implementation of publication and consulting activities
- Support and development of social and cultural life of citizens
- Support and development of art and culture in Slovakia and abroad
- Support and development of general artistic activities
- Support and development of fine arts in Slovakia and abroad
- Support and development of artistic activities focused on fine arts
- Support and development of the popularization of fine arts
CIVIL SOCIETY
- Support and development of assistance and awareness of people in the area of contribution entitlements and conditions for drawing benefits
- Support and development of assistance and awareness of people in the legal field
- Support and development of assistance and awareness of people in the technological field
- Support and development of assistance and awareness of people in the social field
- Support and development of assistance and awareness of people in the economic field
- Supporting the association of individuals and families from local communities with regard to the social phenomenon of isolation
- Supporting community development
- Supporting and developing social relations by spreading ideas of tolerance and unity at the local level
- Support and development of community life
- Support and development of the integration of marginalized population groups into the community development of the region
- Support and development of increasing citizen satisfaction levels
- Support and development of citizen awareness
- Support and development of statistical and demographic databases
- Support and development of demographic indicators research
- Support and development of cooperation between civic associations and related organizations
- Supporting and developing social relations by spreading ideas of tolerance and unity at the international level
- Support and development of cooperation with state institutions in Slovakia and abroad
- Support and development of cooperation with non-governmental institutions in Slovakia and abroad
- Support and development of a network of organizations to support the areas of interest of the civic association
- Support and development of the production of promotional materials
- Support and development of human rights
- Promoting and spreading awareness of unity regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or social status
- Support and development of consumer rights protection
- Support and development of consumer representation in judicial and extrajudicial proceedings
- Support and development of mediation for resolving disputes between consumers and suppliers
- Support and development of mediation for resolving disputes between service providers and customers
- Support and development of assistance with the process of liquidation, bankruptcy and similar situations
- Support and development of public participation in public administration decision-making processes
- Support and development of public participation in state administration decision-making processes
- Support and development of conditions for sustainable development of the region based on the principle of partnership between citizens, local government, public administration, private sector, associations, societies and other related organizations
- Support and development of control of compliance with the applicable legislation of the Slovak Republic by natural persons, entrepreneurs, legal entities in all sectors of the business environment in Slovakia
- Support and development of control of compliance with the applicable legislation of the Slovak Republic by natural persons in the scope of their employment, profession, position and function in public and state administration
- Support and development of the social life of citizens
- Support and assistance to society in returning to moral values and living in reality outside the internet
- Support and development of the exhibition and reconstruction of sports grounds, playgrounds, stadiums, swimming pools, gyms, training centers and other places intended for the implementation of various types of sports
- Support and development of free choice for citizens
- Support and development of research and development of simplified electoral systems
- Support and development of discussion meetings and events
SOCIAL AREA
- Support and development of voluntary engagement of socially disadvantaged citizens
- Support and development of assistance in the search for missing persons
- Support and development of voluntary engagement towards the components of the integrated rescue system
- Support and development of volunteering
- Supporting and raising awareness about the positive impacts of volunteering in Slovakia and internationally
- Support and development of relationship skills and relationship literacy
- Support and development of harmonious interpersonal relationships
- Support and development of people in the field of crisis management and conflict resolution
- Support and development of promoting the importance of a strong partnership and deepening its essence
- Supporting and developing social relations by spreading ideas of tolerance and unity at the local level
- Support and development of family crisis management
- Support and assistance in the area of human rights protection and health protection for victims of domestic violence
- Support and development of information activities within the framework of relevant legal and economic assistance
- Support and development of legislative changes related to the social field
- Support and development of legislative changes related to healthcare
- Support and development of social prevention of addictions at the national and international level
- Support and development of social prevention of addictions at the local and regional level
- Support and development of social prevention of social isolation
- Support and development of social prevention of technological isolation
- Support and development of social prevention of addictions at local, national and international levels
- Support and development of social prevention of adverse social situations
- Support and development of social prevention in matters of sexually transmitted diseases
- Support and development of social prevention of loneliness among seniors
- Support and development of civic activities at the local and regional level
- Support and development of economic, material-technical, and personnel prerequisites at the local and regional level
- Support and development of regional resource utilization
- Support and development of public space cultivation
- Support and development of overcoming barriers in connection with the integration of socially disadvantaged people
- Support and development of overcoming barriers in connection with the integration of disadvantaged and handicapped citizens
- Support and development of personal assistance for people with reduced mobility and ability to move
- Support and development of material and financial assistance for the socially disadvantaged
- Support and development of the provision of short-term financial support
- Support and development of the implementation of consulting activities
- Support and development of material and financial assistance for physically disabled citizens
- Supporting comprehensive, professional and systematic care for people with physical disabilities
- Supporting comprehensive, professional and systematic care for people with mental health problems
- Supporting comprehensive, professional and systematic care for people with intellectual disabilities
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
- Support, development and promotion of astronomy (e.g.: physics, astrology, kinematics, mechanics, sociology, political science, economics...)
- Support and development of popularization of science for the general public
- Support and development of research and development in science and technology
- Support and development of study preparation
- Support and development of conditions for the implementation of new projects
- Support and development of participation in amateur competitions
- Support and development of participation in professional competitions
EDUCATION
- Support and development of environmental education and environmental protection
- Support and development of education on the impacts of global warming and climate change on a global scale
- Supporting education in the field of the environment and the complex connections and impacts of human behavior on the environment
- Support and development of education in the field of waste separation
- Support and development of the organization of eco-themed activities for the purposes of spreading awareness and connecting enthusiasts of an ecological lifestyle
- Support and development of education in the field of Slovak (Hungarian, Polish...) culture
- Support and development of education in the field of culture (architecture, design, dance, etc.)
- Support and development of associations of citizens interested in educational teachings
- Support and development of education in the field of education and communication
- Support and development of education in the field of human resources development
- Support and development of the organization and provision of training, tutoring and courses
- Support and development of the organization and provision of educational activities and workshops
- Support and development of awareness on issues of homosexual orientation
- Support and development of existing, new and alternative forms of education for children and youth
- Support and development of existing, new and alternative forms of education for the general public
- Support and development of implementation activities aimed at the development and improvement of education
- Support and initiation of cooperation between people and entities interested in the development of education
- Support and development of publishing activities
- Support and development of periodical and non-periodical press
- Support and development of the publication of newsletters, brochures, books and manuals
- Support and development of electronic publications and media
- Support and development of education in the media and mass media field
- Support and development of marketing education
- Support and development of education in the field of marketing communication and marketing tools
- Support and development of education in the field of direct and indirect advertising
- Support and development of education in the field of neuromarketing
- Support and development of education in primary agricultural production sectors
- Support and development of education for socially disadvantaged and minorities in Slovakia
- Support and development of financial literacy education for the general public
- Support and development of education in the field of human rights and discrimination
- Support and development of people's education in the social field
- Support and development of people's education in the economic field
- Support and development of education in the field of social sciences
- Support, development of education in the field of astronomy (e.g.: physics, astrology, sexology, mechanics, sociology, political science, economics...)
- Support and development of education for the general public
- Support and development of educational programs for the education of professionals
- Support and development of educational activities for the general public
- Support and development of the organization of conferences and seminars
- Support and development of consulting and educational activities
- Support and development of education for the general public at the societal and national level
- Support and development of fire protection education
- Support and development of education for Roma youth
- Support and development of educational methods and resources
- Support and development of refinancing of education and related travel costs
- Support and development of refinancing of education and accommodation costs
- Support and development of higher education
- Support and development of professional competence
- Support and development of translation activities in the field of education
- Support and development of legislative changes related to education
- Support and development of education in the field of sports and healthy lifestyle (e.g. physiotherapy, healthcare, massages, etc.)
HEALTH
- Support and development of mental coaching for the general public
- Support and development of associations of citizens interested in educational teachings
- Support and development of increasing the social, living and conscious level of citizens
- Mental health promotion and development
- Support and development of skills for eliminating civilization stress
- Support and development of mediation training
- Support and development of hypnotherapy
- Support and development of energy therapy
- Support and development of the organization of gatherings, relaxation and outdoor activities
- Support and development of social communication in person and by telephone
- Support and development of abilities and skills to cope with civilization stress
- Support and development of personality and the ability to manage your life without stress
- Support and development of talents, abilities, skills at every age
- Support and development of a non-competitive environment
- Promoting and spreading awareness in the field of mental and physical health
- Support and development of assistance in regaining citizens' self-sufficiency
- Support and development of vegetarian and vegan lifestyles
- Support and education in the area of healthy lifestyles for the population of the Slovak Republic
- Support and development of awareness in the field of healthy nutrition and nutritional supplements
- Support and development of local winemaking and viticulture activities
- Support and development of fruit and vegetable growing in Slovakia
- Support and development of first aid education
- Support and development of training and team building organizations
- Support and development of education in the field of civilization diseases and health prevention
- Support and development of education in the field of alternative medicine and health prevention
- Support and development of education and health prevention in the field of addictions and illnesses
- Support and development of health prevention in matters of sexually transmitted diseases
- Support and development of health prevention of addictions at the national and international level
- Support and development of health prevention of addictions at the local and regional level
ENVIRONMENT
- Support and development of vegetarian and vegan lifestyles
- Support and development of Slovak nature protection through social networks
- Support and development of an ecological lifestyle
- Support and education in the area of healthy lifestyles for the population of the Slovak Republic
- Supporting and developing citizens' awareness of history and cultural heritage
- Support for activities in the field of cultural heritage preservation
- Support for the implementation of projects aimed at the protection and preservation of cultural heritage
- Support and development of environmental protection at the regional level
- Support and development of environmental protection at the national level
- Support and development of environmental protection at a global level
- Support and development of the use of alternative and renewable energy sources
- Promoting and developing awareness of global warming and climate change on a global scale
- Support and development of the organization of eco-themed activities for the purposes of spreading awareness and connecting enthusiasts of an ecological lifestyle
- Support and development of citizen representation on environmental protection issues and in the fight against environmental devastation
- Support and development of awareness in the field of organic and vegan products
- Support and development of awareness in the field of eco-packaging technology
- Support and protection of natural heritage
- Support and development of eco-education through efficient water cycle and protection of water resources
- Support and development of the establishment of natural, sustainable gardens and farms
- Support for educational activities in the field of construction of low-energy and passive buildings from original natural materials
- Support for the construction of low-energy houses and buildings
- Support and development of tree planting
- Support and development of urban greenery through planting and care
- Support and development of cooperation with interest associations, city and state institutions in the field of development of greenery and green areas
- Support and development of awareness aimed at promoting a rural lifestyle
- Support and development of awareness focused on a friendly approach to the environment
- Support and development of ecological transport
- Support and development of research and development in the field of environmental protection
- Support and development of environmental studies
- Support and development of discussion meetings and events in the field of environmental protection and improvement
- Support and development of conditions for the implementation of new projects in the field of environmental protection
- Support and development of horse care and breeding
- Support and development of horse stables
- Support and development of dog breeding stations
- Support and development of assistance to abandoned and abused animals
- Support and development of shelters for dogs, horses, cats and other animals
- Support and development of the enforcement of legislative changes in the field of fisheries
- Support and development of advisory activities in the area of abandoned and unwanted animals
- Support and development of shelters for unwanted and abused animals
- Support and development of the promotion of castration programs
- Support and development of care for abandoned, abused and unwanted animals
OTHER
- Support and development of legislative changes related to construction
- Support and development of railway transport
- Support and development of shipping
- Support and development of cooperation with the Railway Museum of the Slovak Republic
- Support and development of construction activities in the field of road construction
- Support and development of road transport
- Support and development of the organization of volunteer firefighters' competitions and events
- Support and development of volunteering within firefighting activities
- Support and development of supporters of manual arts
- Support and development of glass masters
- Support and development of the promotion of glass products
- Support and development of master blacksmiths
- Support and development of the promotion of blacksmithing
- Support and development of master carvers
- Support and development of master carvers and pipe manufacturers
- Support and development of the promotion of woodcarving
- Supporting and developing the skills of old masters
- Support and development of prosperity and promotion of craft beer production
- Support and development of cooperation between craft breweries
- Support and development of startups
- Support and development of the popularization of startups among the general public and overall awareness raising about startups
- Support and development of social communication
- Support and development of the provision of material and technical equipment
- Support and development of creative use of open space
- Support and development of the search for sponsors to secure funding for the association's activities
- Support and development of charitable activities
- Support and development of charitable activities
- Support and development of social, sporting and cultural life of citizens
- Supporting the association of experts to improve mutual awareness and cooperation
- Promoting and developing self-discipline for the general public
- Support and development of participation in professional competitions
- Support and development of good practice examples in the area of regional economic development
- Support and development of good practice examples in the field of economic development of local producers and service providers
- Support and development of material and technical resources for association members
- Support and development of social facilities for association members
- Support and development of consulting activities