UNYAP Newsletter #22: May

Welcome to the 22nd edition of UNYAP's monthly newsletter! May was a bright and inspiring month, so let's dive right into it!

Europe Day 2024

UNYAP actively participated in Europe Day 2024!

Every year in May, the Delegation of the European Union to Mongolia organizes the Europe Day event, aiming to celebrate peace and unity. This year, UNYAP was delighted to have been more involved in organizing Europe Day 2024!

“SDG-Aligned Budgeting to Transform Employment in Mongolia” Booth

UNYAP had the opportunity to showcase our activities at the booth for the “SDG-Aligned Budgeting to Transform Employment in Mongolia” project, which is implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and financed by the European Union (EU).

UNYAP members and alumni also participated in the short courses designed to help youth jumpstart their careers. Our member and Youth Ideathon 2024 champion, M.Khuvizaya, taught a course on “Empowering Youth: Monitoring the State Budget With Digital Tools.” Our alumnus and international news producer at TengerTV, Ts.Egiimaa, shared her insights along the theme of “Youth Representation in International Conferences.”

Our comic series on informal employment were also displayed at the booth. You can check the series online here.

Business and Human Rights Booth

UNYAP also had the opportunity to volunteer at UNDP’s Business and Human Rights (B+HR) Asia Programme booth!

Europe Day 2024 was a fun and inspiring event, and we would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to the United Nations Development Programme in Mongolia for their unwavering support. UNYAP looks forward to future collaborations with UNDP and to participating in next year’s Europe Day!

UNYAP Welcomes Zavkhan Province Youth Representatives

UNYAP welcomed youth representatives from Zavkhan Province to the United Nations House in Mongolia, engaging with them in meaningful discussions about sustainable development and the role of young people in achieving the SDGs!

Led by UN Resident Coordinator Mr. Tapan Mishra, the session highlighted the importance of rural-urban connectivity and the unique challenges faced by rural youth. The visit underscored the UN’s commitment to involving youth in policy-making and sustainable development initiatives, and it served as a great opportunity for youth representatives to share their insights on improving education, reducing poverty, and enhancing rural livelihoods. The session concluded with a heartfelt message from the Zavkhan Province Council Secretary, Jugdernamjil Khurelkhuu, expressing his gratitude for the warm welcome and support.

This visit marks the beginning of a promising collaboration between the youth of Zavkhan Province and the UN, aiming to empower young people and foster sustainable development in rural areas. We look forward to future engagements and initiatives that will bridge the gap between city and countryside, ensuring every young person has a role in shaping a sustainable future.

Introduction of UNYAP at the Mongolian State University of Education

B. Naranzaya, coordinator of the UN Youth Advisory Panel, gave a speech on the topic "UN and Youth Participation" at one session of the “Expand Your Knowledge” events organized for the students of the Student Council of the Mongolian State University of Education.

UNYAP at SPARKDAY 2024

UNYAP participated in the SPARKDAY project competition organized by the TESO Group!

SPARKDAY, organized annually, aims to give young students the opportunity to develop their practical skills and encourage their ambitions. This year, SPARKDAY 2024 was jointly organized by the International Project Management Institute (PMI) chapter in Mongolia.

Our member, M.Khuvizaya, gave a compelling presentation to the participants of SPARKDAY about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

UNYAP on UNICEF's New Project to Improving Sanitation and Hygiene in Flood Vulnerable Communities

UNYAP participated in the launching of UNICEF’s project on “Improving Sanitation and Hygiene in Flood Vulnerable Communities to Enhance Public Health!”

Over the past ten years, Mongolia has experienced a 1.5-fold increase in natural disasters due to the effects of climate change. This was especially evident during the summer floods of 2023 where poor urban construction and lack of proper drainage facilities caused significant damage to buildings, roads, and homes, affecting many people. The floods also heightened the risk of infectious and water-borne diseases, threatening the safety and health of children and families in Mongolia.

The project launch was led jointly by the Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Mongolia, UN Resident Coordinator in Mongolia and UNICEF Representative to Mongolia. UNYAP volunteered in the organization and introduced the project to attendees.

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