SCOPE: Leather factory workersDATA COLLECTION METHOD: Quantitative researchSAMPLE SIZE: n=195TIME PERIOD: 2022.08.15 – 2022.09.15GOAL: In connection with the relocation of leather factories in Ulaanbaatar and the establishment of a light leather industry park in Emeelt, the relocation of leather factories will enable them to operate in safe and environmentally friendly buildings in accordance with standard requirements. The aim is to find out whether the workers of the factory will move to Emeelt. It is also to determine in detail the demand for housing for workers.

SCOPE: The Health, Education, and Social Security Commission for Disabled Children of Ulaanbaatar City, Education Inclusion Support Council (EBC), Bayanzurkh, Chingeltei, Songinohairkhan districts, Khovd sum of Khovd province, and Uyanga sum of Uvurkhangai province were included in the baseline study.DATA COLLECTION METHOD: Quantitative, qualitative, and observational researchSAMPLE SIZE: n=480TIME PERIOD: 2022.05.02 – 2022.09.15GOAL: The purpose of this basic research is to study the current situation of inclusive education, to evaluate the methods and knowledge of teachers and parents working with elementary and middle school students, and to develop recommendations that can be used in the project based on the results of the research.MAIN FINDINGS: Readiness of 4th-5th grade special needs children studying in 8 target schools to advance from elementary to middle school; school conditions that support their physical, psychological, and learning processes; the knowledge, understanding and capacity of middle school teachers of 8 selected schools about inclusive education; elementary and middle school parents' understanding and support for their child's learning and development; policies and regulations aimed at the level of participation, inclusive education, and promotion of children with special needs from primary to secondary school were analyzed.

SCOPE: MongoliaDATA COLLECTION METHOD: Secondary researchTIME PERIOD: 2022.06.10 – 2022.09.15GOAL: This research work was carried out in order to develop a policy and strategy for the mid- and long-term development of the summer camp.MAIN FINDINGS: We assessed the conditions of the state of the natural complex and studied the market for summer services, and it was concluded that this project is feasible within the scope of the issues studied.

SCOPE: MongoliaDATA COLLECTION METHOD: Qualitative research and secondary researchSAMPLE SIZE: n=24TIME PERIOD: 2022.06.13 – 2022.09.13GOAL: The evaluation of the implementation of the "National Anti-Trafficking Program" will be carried out using the methodology approved by the Law on Development Policy Planning and Government Resolution No. 374 of 2020, Appendix 7.8, and put forward specific suggestions and recommendations for the implementation of this type of program in the future.MAIN FINDINGS: The National anti-trafficking program was implemented in 2017-2021 within the framework of 4 main objectives. As part of the evaluation, in addition to individually evaluating the results of each activity, an evaluation of the effectiveness of the program was carried out in accordance with Annex 8 of Government Resolution No. 374, the problems related to human trafficking in Mongolia were discussed, and the current situation was shown with numerical data. The evaluation of program implementation increased by 9.1 percentage points from the mid-term evaluation conducted in 2019. Looking at each objective, the evaluation of the 1st objective was the highest, 18.5 percentage points. The good performance of non-governmental organizations working in the field of combating human trafficking was commendable. In the future, the participation of civil society should be further supported, and policy support tailored to the specifics of their activities should be provided.

SCOPE: MongoliaDATA COLLECTION METHOD: Qualitative research and secondary researchSAMPLE SIZE: n=22TIME PERIOD: 2022.06.09 – 2022.09.09GOAL: To evaluate the implementation of the "National Program on Combating Illegal Circulation of Narcotic Drugs and Psychoactive Substances" using the methodology approved by the Law on Development Policy Planning and Appendix 7.8 of Government Resolution No. 374 of 2020, and to develop suggestions and recommendations to be considered for the implementation of this type of program in the future.MAIN FINDINGS: The national program to combat the illegal circulation of narcotic drugs and psychoactive substances was implemented in 2017-2021 within the framework of 5 main goals. As part of the evaluation, in addition to individually evaluating the results of each activity, an evaluation of the effectiveness of the program was carried out in accordance with Annex 8 of Resolution No. 374 of the Ministry of Defense, the problems related to human trafficking in Mongolia were discussed, and the current situation was shown with numerical data. Progress has been made in detecting and suppressing crimes related to the illegal circulation of narcotic drugs and psychoactive substances. The implementation of the program provided significant support to the activities of organizations with specific functions in this field. For example, by preparing a plan for the implementation of the program every year and setting goals to achieve it, the organizations carefully planned the related tasks and focused on execution.

SCOPE: Songinokhairkhan and Chingeltei districtsDATA COLLECTION METHOD: Primary research, sample survey and key informant interviewsSAMPLE SIZE: n=368TIME PERIOD: 2022.07.18 – 2022.08.31GOAL: The purpose of the survey is to study and analyze the residents of Songinokhairkhan district and Chingeltei district of Ulaanbaatar city about the garbage conditions in their areas, method of disposal of households’ waste, and garbage collection fees.MAIN FINDINGS: This study was conducted within the framework of the project implemented in our country between 2019 and 2023 with the funding of the Swiss Development Agency and aims to create an effective and accessible system for the management of waste collection and transportation in households. The survey determined the attitude of residents of the target districts towards waste and the opinion of residents on issues related to waste.According to the quantitative research, at least half of the households living in the above-mentioned districts classify their waste, and among them, the maximum classification category is 4, and the minimum is 2. Furthermore, citizens who don't sort their garbage want to sort their garbage to a certain extent, but they don't sort it because they don't have enough knowledge and information about how. The results of the research showed that residents need information about the proper sorting of waste and where and how the waste is disposed of.

SCOPE: 9 districts of Ulaanbaatar cityDATA COLLECTION METHOD: Quantitative researchSAMPLE SIZE: n=1,000TIME PERIOD: 2022.07.21 – 2022.8.31GOAL: It is to evaluate the opinions and attitudes of citizens regarding the development of Oyu Tolgoi in Mongolia and foreign investment. In particular, the opinions and attitudes of citizens living in the ger district in Ulaanbaatar city have been investigated.MAIN FINDINGS: 1000 citizens living in the ger district of 9 districts of Ulaanbaatar city were included in the sample survey and data collection was carried out.

SCOPE: Ulaanbaatar city, Bayangol districtDATA COLLECTION METHOD: Quantitative research and qualitative researchSAMPLE SIZE: n=2,500TIME PERIOD: 2022.06.06 – 2022.08.06GOAL: To develop "Bayangol District Development Program-2030" and to carry out baseline study and document analysis required for it.MAIN FINDINGS: Within the scope of baseline study tasks, quantitative and qualitative data were collected, processed, and analyzed, and a report was developed. Based on the results of baseline study, medium-term development policy document, "Bayangol District Development Program-2030", was developed. In this context the following works were carried out:Determined the coherence of the development policy documents in force in Mongolia, Analyzed and compared statistical data of social and economic sectors of the district,Organized sample surveys, individual interviews and focus group discussions to determine future development trends, needs, and problems of the district residents and businesses, and processed the results;Within the scope of document analysis, research on international development experiences was completed.

SCOPE: MongoliaDATA COLLECTION METHOD: Secondary researchTIME PERIOD: 2022.04.28 – 2022.07.28GOAL: The purpose of this consulting service is to develop the sixteenth or 2021 Mongolia EITI reconciliation report summary with recommendations to improve transparency in accordance with the standards of EITI, to evaluate the comprehensive coverage and truthfulness of disclosed information, and to improve the management of government information systems and natural resources.MAIN FINDINGS: The requirements have been added to the Standard based on the conclusion of previous experts who conducted the validation that the implementation of the requirements of the EITI is not clear for the SOEs. According to the standard, a multistakeholder group should make and document efforts to improve gender balance and social participation, hence we included gender data in the mineral resources workforce data and showed the extent of women's participation in the mineral resources sector. In addition, since environmental issues are an important part of natural resource management, the results of monitoring and evaluation of environmental impacts of the mining industry are included in the report.