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Everyday across Asia men, women, and children are deceived, lured across borders and exploited. Mongolia is not immune to this crime. Cases have been recorded, but the scope and number of Mongolian victims is unknown. A...

In Mongolian-

Everyday across Asia men, women, and children are deceived, lured across borders and exploited. Mongolia is not immune to this crime. Cases have been recorded, but the scope and number of Mongolian victims is unknown. A partnership between government, civil society organizations and law enforcement officials is forming to prevent and prosecute trafficking, and to protect victims. On April 26 and 27, The Asia Foundation and USAID’s regional trafficking advisor organized a seminar to strengthen the capacity of government, civil society and police to counter trafficking, and improve prevention, protection and prosecution under Mongolian and international law.

Enkhjargal began working at the National Center Against Violence (NCAV) 10 years ago as a volunteer while finishing her law degree. Motivated by a traumatic childhood event and her mother’s strength, she became an outspoken advocate for...

Enkhjargal began working at the National Center Against Violence (NCAV) 10 years ago as a volunteer while finishing her law degree. Motivated by a traumatic childhood event and her mother’s strength, she became an outspoken advocate for peoples’ rights. And now, she is the driving force behind the NCAV, a human rights organization dedicated to protecting women and children against violence.

In Mongolian

Enkhjargal began working at the National Center Against Violence (NCAV) 10 years ago as a volunteer while finishing her law degree. Motivated by a traumatic childhood event and her mother’s strength, she became an...

In Mongolian

Enkhjargal began working at the National Center Against Violence (NCAV) 10 years ago as a volunteer while finishing her law degree. Motivated by a traumatic childhood event and her mother’s strength, she became an outspoken advocate for peoples’ rights. And now, she is the driving force behind the NCAV, a human rights organization dedicated to protecting women and children against violence.

Corruption is pervasive in Mongolia. A rapid transition to democracy and a market economy created huge demands on a bureaucracy that lacked the resources, checks and balances, and public and legislative oversight to prevent corruption....

Corruption is pervasive in Mongolia. A rapid transition to democracy and a market economy created huge demands on a bureaucracy that lacked the resources, checks and balances, and public and legislative oversight to prevent corruption. Corruption in Mongolia influences relations between the government, the private sector, and civil society, and transcends all political party lines. The Asia Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), developed a new initiative to reduce the incidence and scope of corruption, to strengthen institutional and public capacity to combat corruption, and to empower the public to demand transparency and accountability.

In Mongolian-

Corruption is pervasive in Mongolia. A rapid transition to democracy and a market economy created huge demands on a bureaucracy that lacked the resources, checks and balances, and public and legislative oversight to...

In Mongolian-

Corruption is pervasive in Mongolia. A rapid transition to democracy and a market economy created huge demands on a bureaucracy that lacked the resources, checks and balances, and public and legislative oversight to prevent corruption. Corruption in Mongolia influences relations between the government, the private sector, and civil society, and transcends all political party lines. The Asia Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), developed a new initiative to reduce the incidence and scope of corruption, to strengthen institutional and public capacity to combat corruption, and to empower the public to demand transparency and accountability.

On March 27, a senior-ranking Mongolian Delegation arrived in Malaysia for four days of consultations and networking to combat corruption. With The Asia Foundation support, the delegation, led by Members of Parliament G. Zandanshatar and Dr....

On March 27, a senior-ranking Mongolian Delegation arrived in Malaysia for four days of consultations and networking to combat corruption. With The Asia Foundation support, the delegation, led by Members of Parliament G. Zandanshatar and Dr. J. Batkhuyag and Deputy Prosecutor General Ch. Munkhbat met with representatives from 26 Asian countries. As a result of the intense four days of consultations, a formal institution-building relationship is being developed with the Anti- Corruption Agency of Malaysia, and bridges were built with Hong Kong’s Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), Singapore’s Corrupt Practices Investigation Board (CPIB), the Asia Pacific Group (APG), the U.N. Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and other institutions region-wide. The Asia Foundation is actively promoting Mongolia’s participation in this network, which is the basis for cooperation, communication, and mutual legal assistance that contributes to fighting corruption and transnational crime.

Mongolian language version

On March 27, a senior-ranking Mongolian Delegation arrived in Malaysia for four days of consultations and networking to combat corruption. With The Asia Foundation support, the delegation, led by Members of...

Mongolian language version

On March 27, a senior-ranking Mongolian Delegation arrived in Malaysia for four days of consultations and networking to combat corruption. With The Asia Foundation support, the delegation, led by Members of Parliament G. Zandanshatar and Dr. J. Batkhuyag and Deputy Prosecutor General Ch. Munkhbat met with representatives from 26 Asian countries. As a result of the intense four days of consultations, a formal institution-building relationship is being developed with the Anti- Corruption Agency of Malaysia, and bridges were built with Hong Kong’s Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), Singapore’s Corrupt Practices Investigation Board (CPIB), the Asia Pacific Group (APG), the U.N. Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and other institutions region-wide. The Asia Foundation is actively promoting Mongolia’s participation in this network, which is the basis for cooperation, communication, and mutual legal assistance that contributes to fighting corruption and transnational crime.

In 2005, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with Center for Human Rights and Development, began to define the origins of trafficking by documenting a series of trafficking case studies through interviews with victims of trafficking and human...

In 2005, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with Center for Human Rights and Development, began to define the origins of trafficking by documenting a series of trafficking case studies through interviews with victims of trafficking and human rights lawyers and law enforcement officials. The Foundation is now developing an anti-trafficking benchmarking tool to identify the incidence of trafficking within, to, and from Mongolia. The first benchmarking study will be completed by August 2006.

In 2005, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with Center for Human Rights and Development, began to define the origins of trafficking by documenting a series of trafficking case studies through interviews with victims of trafficking and human...

In 2005, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with Center for Human Rights and Development, began to define the origins of trafficking by documenting a series of trafficking case studies through interviews with victims of trafficking and human rights lawyers and law enforcement officials. The Foundation is now developing an anti-trafficking benchmarking tool to identify the incidence of trafficking within, to, and from Mongolia. The first benchmarking study will be completed by August 2006.

In September 2006, The Asia Foundation (TAF) Mongolia launched a major research effort to assess the impacts of its partner and grantee, the Mongolian Women Farmers’ Association (MWFA). The research seeks to evaluate whether the...

In September 2006, The Asia Foundation (TAF) Mongolia launched a major research effort to assess the impacts of its partner and grantee, the Mongolian Women Farmers’ Association (MWFA). The research seeks to evaluate whether the Association is reaching its objectives in empowering women through financial independence and increased household income, and it is a monitoring and evaluation tool that will be adopted by the MWFA.

On July 7, 2006, Radio Khuvsgul celebrated its first broadcast using a new mixer, minidisk recorder, microphones, studio headphones, all provided by The Asia Foundation, which is committed to building strong communities through independent and...

On July 7, 2006, Radio Khuvsgul celebrated its first broadcast using a new mixer, minidisk recorder, microphones, studio headphones, all provided by The Asia Foundation, which is committed to building strong communities through independent and public radio. The $1500 investment was predicated upon Radio Khuvsgul’s membership in the Rural Community Radio Association (RCRA), which The Asia Foundation helped to found in an effort to promote sustainability and cooperation among the cast of national members.

Mongolian language version

On July 7, 2006, Radio Khuvsgul celebrated its first broadcast using a new mixer, minidisk recorder, microphones, studio headphones, all provided by The Asia Foundation, which is committed to building strong...

Mongolian language version

On July 7, 2006, Radio Khuvsgul celebrated its first broadcast using a new mixer, minidisk recorder, microphones, studio headphones, all provided by The Asia Foundation, which is committed to building strong communities through independent and public radio. The $1500 investment was predicated upon Radio Khuvsgul’s membership in the Rural Community Radio Association (RCRA), which The Asia Foundation helped to found in an effort to promote sustainability and cooperation among the cast of national members.

Community and public radio is a powerful force for democracy and development in Mongolia. The Gobi Wave radio station in Dalamzagad, Umnu Gobi Aimag, is among the leaders in a movement to provide objective and uncensored news to local and...

Community and public radio is a powerful force for democracy and development in Mongolia. The Gobi Wave radio station in Dalamzagad, Umnu Gobi Aimag, is among the leaders in a movement to provide objective and uncensored news to local and regional audiences. Gobi Wave broadcasts on FM 103.6 for approximately 12 hours everyday. On two days, Gobi broadcasts for two hours using the national long-wave transmitters. Using long wave, Gobi reaches populations in five aimags, and is their lifeline to news and information.

Mongolian language version

Community and public radio is a powerful force for democracy and development in Mongolia. The Gobi Wave radio station in Dalamzagad, Umnu Gobi Aimag, is among the leaders in a movement to provide objective...

Mongolian language version

Community and public radio is a powerful force for democracy and development in Mongolia. The Gobi Wave radio station in Dalamzagad, Umnu Gobi Aimag, is among the leaders in a movement to provide objective and uncensored news to local and regional audiences. Gobi Wave broadcasts on FM 103.6 for approximately 12 hours everyday. On two days, Gobi broadcasts for two hours using the national long-wave transmitters. Using long wave, Gobi reaches populations in five aimags, and is their lifeline to news and information.

In late 2004, with support from Give2Asia, a U.S. non-profit organization established by The Asia Foundation, Byatshandaa and the MWFA constructed a poultry-training center to complement and strengthen MWFA’s vegetable training center....

In late 2004, with support from Give2Asia, a U.S. non-profit organization established by The Asia Foundation, Byatshandaa and the MWFA constructed a poultry-training center to complement and strengthen MWFA’s vegetable training center. Over the last year and a half, MWFA has trained more than 500 families in sustainable vegetable farming and poultry rearing. As a result, many families, like Doljin’s, have started their own small-scale chicken farming businesses, which can generate over $100-$180 dollars a year in extra income with as few as 10 chickens.

In late 2004, with support from Give2Asia, a U.S. non-profit organization established by The Asia Foundation, Byatshandaa and the MWFA constructed a poultry-training center to complement and strengthen MWFA’s vegetable training center....

In late 2004, with support from Give2Asia, a U.S. non-profit organization established by The Asia Foundation, Byatshandaa and the MWFA constructed a poultry-training center to complement and strengthen MWFA’s vegetable training center. Over the last year and a half, MWFA has trained more than 500 families in sustainable vegetable farming and poultry rearing. As a result, many families, like Doljin’s, have started their own small-scale chicken farming businesses, which can generate over $100-$180 dollars a year in extra income with as few as 10 chickens.

The Khan Bank - Asia Foundation “Mobile Library” successfully completed its first 20-day journey on the 26th of August. It traveled across South and South-Western parts of Mongolia in an effort to promote education and learning...

The Khan Bank - Asia Foundation “Mobile Library” successfully completed its first 20-day journey on the 26th of August. It traveled across South and South-Western parts of Mongolia in an effort to promote education and learning nationwide. Khan Bank and the Asia foundation representatives delivered 11,000 books to 9 soums in Uvs, Arkhangai, Uvurkhangai and Zavkhan aimags.

Mongolian language version

The Khan Bank - Asia Foundation “Mobile Library” successfully completed its first 20-day journey on the 26th of August. It traveled across South and South-Western parts of Mongolia in an effort to...

Mongolian language version

The Khan Bank - Asia Foundation “Mobile Library” successfully completed its first 20-day journey on the 26th of August. It traveled across South and South-Western parts of Mongolia in an effort to promote education and learning nationwide. Khan Bank and the Asia foundation representatives delivered 11,000 books to 9 soums in Uvs, Arkhangai, Uvurkhangai and Zavkhan aimags.

On July 7, 2006, The Asia Foundation, through its Book for Asia Program, partnered with Elsevier Asia-Pacific and donated over 1,500 medical books and education materials to the Health Science University of Mongolia (HSUM). The book donation...

On July 7, 2006, The Asia Foundation, through its Book for Asia Program, partnered with Elsevier Asia-Pacific and donated over 1,500 medical books and education materials to the Health Science University of Mongolia (HSUM). The book donation supports research, training, and contributes broadly to medical education in Mongolia.

Mongolian language version

On July 7, 2006, The Asia Foundation, through its Book for Asia Program, partnered with Elsevier Asia-Pacific and donated over 1,500 medical books and education materials to the Health Science University of...

Mongolian language version

On July 7, 2006, The Asia Foundation, through its Book for Asia Program, partnered with Elsevier Asia-Pacific and donated over 1,500 medical books and education materials to the Health Science University of Mongolia (HSUM). The book donation supports research, training, and contributes broadly to medical education in Mongolia.

On March 10, 2006, The Asia Foundation signed an important agreement with the Children’s Book Palace that will provide space and help to distribute as many as 100,000 books nationwide over the next three years. The event was attended by...

On March 10, 2006, The Asia Foundation signed an important agreement with the Children’s Book Palace that will provide space and help to distribute as many as 100,000 books nationwide over the next three years. The event was attended by Minister of Education, Culture and Sciences Enkhtuvshin, Deputy Secretary of MPRP, Idevkhten, U.S. Ambassador Pamela J.Slutz, and Todd Smith, Head of the Canada Fund. The Asia Foundation’s Books for Asia program received generous support from both the U.S. Embassy and from the Canada Fund, which put books in the hands of tens of thousands of students, scholars, and citizens nationwide.

On March 31, 2006, The Asia Foundation donated 1200 English language text books, on various subjects, for adults and children, to 30 rural (soum level) public libraries throughout Mongolia. This moving event gave librarians, some from remote...

On March 31, 2006, The Asia Foundation donated 1200 English language text books, on various subjects, for adults and children, to 30 rural (soum level) public libraries throughout Mongolia. This moving event gave librarians, some from remote rural areas, the opportunity to directly receive the donation on their communities’ behalf. “I want to thank The Asia Foundation for donating these books, which will be useful to a variety of people in our community and will enrich their knowledge of English and the U.S.” said Dulamsuren from Sukhbaatar Province in Mongolia. “I have been a librarian for 33 years and these are the first English-language books that our library has received, thank you!”

Mongolian language version

On March 31, 2006, The Asia Foundation donated 1200 English language text books, on various subjects, for adults and children, to 30 rural (soum level) public libraries throughout Mongolia. This moving event...

Mongolian language version

On March 31, 2006, The Asia Foundation donated 1200 English language text books, on various subjects, for adults and children, to 30 rural (soum level) public libraries throughout Mongolia. This moving event gave librarians, some from remote rural areas, the opportunity to directly receive the donation on their communities’ behalf. “I want to thank The Asia Foundation for donating these books, which will be useful to a variety of people in our community and will enrich their knowledge of English and the U.S.” said Dulamsuren from Sukhbaatar Province in Mongolia. “I have been a librarian for 33 years and these are the first English-language books that our library has received, thank you!”

Books for Asia is a program of The Asia Foundation that regularly distributes books and other reading materials for all educational levels in over 15 countries. Since it was first started in September 1954, Books for Asia has distributed more...

Books for Asia is a program of The Asia Foundation that regularly distributes books and other reading materials for all educational levels in over 15 countries. Since it was first started in September 1954, Books for Asia has distributed more than 41 million books and journals to more than 50,000 academic and non-academic institutions throughout Asia. In the Philippines alone, the Books for Asia Program has distributed over 13 million books and journals to public and private institutions across the country, as a contribution to national development, international understanding, and English-language literacy.

Mindanao, in the southern Philippines, is home to the country's largest concentration of Muslims. The region suffers from poor infrastructure, poverty, and violence that has claimed more than 120,000 lives in the last four decades. The...

Mindanao, in the southern Philippines, is home to the country's largest concentration of Muslims. The region suffers from poor infrastructure, poverty, and violence that has claimed more than 120,000 lives in the last four decades. The violence and rebellion derive from internal Christian migrations to the region, sectarian clashes, war against Muslim/Islam separatist insurgents, clan feuds, and unfulfilled hopes of peace and economic prosperity.

The Asia Foundation recently won an Asian Development Bank (ADB) grant of $333,000 for Indonesia, Pakistan, and the Marshall Islands to design and implement pilot projects to promote increased public participation in local budget planning...

The Asia Foundation recently won an Asian Development Bank (ADB) grant of $333,000 for Indonesia, Pakistan, and the Marshall Islands to design and implement pilot projects to promote increased public participation in local budget planning through the establishment of citizens’ budget fora. The eight month project seeks to broaden understanding and debate of local budgets so that citizens are more engaged in formulation and oversight of budgets. Lessons learned in the different country contexts will be shared through a final conference and publication.

On January 30, 2006, five sponsoring agencies — The World Bank, The Asia Foundation, and the Governments of the Netherlands, Sweden, and the United Kingdom — launched a study in Colombo, Sri Lanka, titled, The Strategic Conflict...

On January 30, 2006, five sponsoring agencies — The World Bank, The Asia Foundation, and the Governments of the Netherlands, Sweden, and the United Kingdom — launched a study in Colombo, Sri Lanka, titled, The Strategic Conflict Assessment – Aid, Conflict, and Peacebuilding in Sri Lanka, to guide the international community to better support the Sri Lankan people’s bid for peace after more than 22 years of conflict.