Mongolia

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Since 2012, IDLO has partnered with Mongolia to strengthen the rule of law, expand access to justice and promote transparency and accountability. Working closely with government institutions, the judiciary and civil society, IDLO supports reforms to combat corruption, enhance judicial transparency, strengthen alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and improve protection systems for women, children and vulnerable communities. Mongolia became an IDLO Member Party in 2015 and currently serves as Vice President of the Assembly of Parties for the 2024–2027 term.

Our impact in Mongolia includes:

Strengthening anti-corruption frameworks, transparency and public trust. IDLO has enhanced the capacity of key institutions, including the Independent Authority Against Corruption, to prevent, detect and investigate corruption, including through improved systems for asset declaration review and mutual legal assistance. In parallel, support to civil society and media actors has promoted greater public engagement in justice sector reform efforts, contributing to the implementation of Mongolia’s National Anti-Corruption Programme (2023–2030) and reinforcing transparency, accountability and public confidence in justice institutions.

Expanding access to justice through alternative dispute resolution and legal innovation. IDLO has supported the reform of Mongolia’s Mediation Law and the development of a more robust and regulated ADR system, including the introduction of enforceable mediation agreements and strengthened accreditation mechanisms. A pilot court-based paralegal programme has also been introduced and expanded, improving access to justice for court users, while broader efforts promote the use of mediation as an efficient and accessible alternative to litigation.

Strengthening protection systems for women, children and vulnerable groups. Through support to child protection frameworks and the national response to gender-based violence, IDLO has contributed to improved coordination, service delivery and reintegration mechanisms for vulnerable populations. This includes support for the rollout of Mongolia’s new Family and Youth Court and partnerships with civil society to deliver community-based and culturally responsive services across both urban and remote areas.

EBRD and IDLO strengthen judicial capacity building

Investment climate to improve through creation of transparent and predictable legal environment

Mongolia: Cooperation in prosecuting domestic violence

Languages: English - Pусский

> 50% of all cases reported to the police in Mongolia relate to domestic violence, according to law enforcement officials.

> In 2015, national statistics showed a 25% increase in the number of domestic violence cases reported, compared with previous years.

Reflections on IDLO’s 2016 work in the EECA region

On a recent trip to a Central Asian preliminary detention center, the custodians proudly showed us the new ventilation system to prevent from spread of TB – a cut-in window directly across the door.

Commercial Law Judicial Training

In recent years, following a growth spur which made it the fastest growing economy in the world, Mongolia has experienced rapid economic and social downturn. Although the years of growth yielded wealth and investment, the country was unable to prepare for a recession due to corruption, inflation, distortion of the local economy and environmental degradation. One of the key obstacles to sustainable growth and development is the weak and poorly prepared judiciary.

Strengthening Enforcement of Court Decisions in Mongolia

Mongolia’s rapid economic and social growth over the last few years is threatened by low-quality and unenforced court decisions. Despite a series of judicial reforms launched by the Government, Mongolia still lacks the legislative framework necessary to enforce court decisions or a strategy to address a growing caseload. Moreover, bailiffs’ inadequate legal knowledge and skills weaken the credibility and efficiency of the judiciary system and impede its proper functioning.

Combating Gender-Based Violence in Mongolia

Despite having reached satisfactory standards of democracy and improved the respect for human rights, Mongolia faces some serious issues in addressing high levels of domestic violence against women. Mechanisms and services for protection of and support to victims of domestic violence are still very limited. A lack of training, procedural guidelines and inter-agency coordination between justice sector actors often creates obstacles for victims and hinders an efficient response to domestic abuse.

Mongolia: Hand in hand against domestic violence

According to some estimates, one in three Mongolian women is a victim of domestic violence and approximately one-half of all administrative detainees and one-quarter of criminal detainees have been held for domestic violence-related offenses.

Domestic Violence Project strengthens Mongolia partnership

Languages: English, Pусский

Evaluation of the project "Commercial Law Judicial Capacity Building in Mongolia"

As part of IDLO’s continuous commitment to accountability and results-based management, IDLO is pleased to share this Evaluation Brief (summarised evaluation report): “Commercial Law Judicial Capacity Building in Mongolia”. The evaluation has been conducted by independent evaluation experts, supervised by IDLO’s Evaluation Unit.

Mongolia: Curbing Domestic Violence

Languages: English, Pусский

While Mongolia enjoys a reasonably good overall human rights record, the picture is somewhat bleaker when it comes to domestic violence; and despite a number of recent, positive regulatory and judicial steps aimed at tackling it, domestic violence remains a pressing issue.

Key Initiatives

Evaluation of the project "Strengthening Enforcement of Court Decisions in Mongolia - Phase I and II"

As part of IDLO’s continuous commitment to accountability and results-based management, IDLO is pleased to share this Evaluation Brief (summarised evaluation report): “Strengthening Enforcement of Court Decisions in Mongolia - Phase I and II”. The evaluation has been conducted by independent evaluation experts, supervised by IDLO’s Evaluation Unit.
Evaluation of the project "Commercial Law Judicial Capacity Building in Mongolia"

As part of IDLO’s continuous commitment to accountability and results-based management, IDLO is pleased to share this Evaluation Brief (summarised evaluation report): “Commercial Law Judicial Capacity Building in Mongolia”. The evaluation has been conducted by independent evaluation experts, supervised by IDLO’s Evaluation Unit.