YPG – The Young Professionals’ Group Mongolian Chapter
Implementation date: Since 2020
The Young Professionals ’Group was founded in 2000 in the United States. The goal is to help young people discover their potential, empower them professionally and personally, help them achieve their future goals, and help them define their goals. Today, the program is active in three US states, Singapore, Mongolia, India, Japan, Korea, Nepal, Spain and Kyrgyzstan.
For the fifth year in a row, the Mentorship program in Mongolia provides mentees invaluable work and life counselors as well as contributing to their professional and personal development.
In 2021, the program was launched in Mongolia with 12 mentors and 14 young professionals from different backgrounds specializing in politics, economics, banking and finance, law, media, health, mining, transportation logistics, marketing, public relations, and non-governmental organizations. Although the one-year program may seem short, the selected young people have landed a number of jobs, career shifts, personal and academic achievements with solid progress.
The official name of the Organization is “The Young Professionals’ Group (from hereinafter referred to as YPG), a Mongolia Non-Profit Organization (Mongolia Chapter). A year-round mentorship program to connect young professionals with professional mentors. The objective of the Organization is: a) To provide mentorship support, guidance, and advice to young professionals;
b) To encourage and empower young professionals to realize their potential and pursue their dreams;
c) To reshape common standards of excellence by selecting individuals with potential based on character and passion;
d) Bolstering YPG with individuals from various walks of life to broaden the resources available to our mentorship recipients. There is no subscription fee or entrance fee charged from the participants.
Meanwhile, we are bidding farewell to some of our impactful members who are transitioning into alumni, including Chimedyudon, Maralmaa, and Enkhjargal. Their significant contributions to our hub and community will not be forgotten and we wish them the best in their future endeavors.
Leadership Anchored in Collaboration
Our dedicated leadership team, under the adept stewardship of elected Curator Batchimeg Batbold, steered the hub through a year of innovation, impact, and growth. Vice-Curator Anar Enkhtuya, Impact Officer Delgerjargal Batsuuri, Treasurer Purevsuren Lkhagvasuren, and Secretary Mungun were integral parts of this voyage, anchoring our collective efforts in a vision of progressive change.
Adding Fresh Faces, Fostering Diversity
We were thrilled to welcome a diverse cohort of nine new individuals to our hub last year – Ujin, Buridem, Enkhtsatsralt, Lkhagva-Ochir, Temuulen, Munkh-Orgil, Munkh-Erdene, Duurenzaya, and Sukhbat. Their diverse backgrounds and skillsets have significantly enriched our hub, inspiring us and our initiatives.
A Year of Action, A Year of Impact
In 2022, we undertook a portfolio of transformative projects that have made significant strides in addressing crucial issues in our community. From nurturing young professionals and advocating for blood donation to addressing mental health and reproductive health education, we’ve sought to create meaningful change. In numbers, we successfully ran nine groundbreaking projects, directly reaching thousands in our community. Furthermore, we secured $48.7K in funds and grants, augmenting our ability to make a positive impact.
Notably, our initiatives extended to urban planning and environmental stewardship, promoting road safety, championing LGBTQ+ rights, inclusivity, and enhancing professional development opportunities for university students. Through our consistent efforts, we influenced public policies, empowered our youth, safeguarded our cultural heritage, and advanced solutions for climate change.
Looking Forward to New Horizons
As we look toward the future, we are filled with excitement and optimism. We are confident that our existing and incoming members are ready to face new challenges and continue our legacy of creating lasting positive change. As we prepare for the vibrant Naadam Festival, we extend our warmest wishes to all. Here’s to another year of shaping our future together!
Thank you for being a part of our journey. We look forward to another exciting year of making an impact!
We are excited to share the details of our year-long journey in our Annual Report. We hope that this document will provide valuable insights into our work, inspire you, and continue to foster a sense of involvement and collaboration in our initiatives.
Finally, we owe an immense debt of gratitude to our partners. Your voluntary assistance and significant contributions have played a crucial role in facilitating change. Your belief in our cause and unwavering support have made this shared mission possible.
As we look ahead, we are excited about the future of the Ulaanbaatar Hub and the impact we can continue to make. We extend our heartfelt thanks to you all for being a part of this incredible journey.