United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Mongolia launched 24 new grant-supported projects under two projects: the “Integra Initiative: Integrity in Public Goods and Services in the Extractive Sector” and “3P4D:Promoting Participation Pathways for Human Development”. Supported by the Governments of the Republic of Korea, Denmark, and Luxembourg through UNDP’s Funding Window for Governance, Peacebuilding, Crisis and Resilience, these projects will strengthen public sector integrity and civic participation across Mongolia.
The selected projects under the Integra Initiative will pilot solutions that test and apply innovative ideas to enhance the efficacy and efficiency of public sector delivery, specifically within Mongolia’s extractive sector. Under 3P4D programme, grantees will pilot new mechanisms and tools to expand civic engagement and support reforms that empower communities to help shape the decisions that affect their lives.
The launch event brought together grantees which include representatives from the ministries, agencies, local administrations, NGOs, civil society organizations, research and academic institutes, media and development partners to discuss objectives and expected outcomes of the grant projects and outline next steps for their implementation. 
“Empowering communities to take part in shaping public services is fundamental for building trust in our institutions,” stated Honorable Baasanjargal Khurelbaatar, Member of Parliament of Mongolia. “These grants will help amplify local voices and ideas that can drive lasting improvements in governance and social justice.”
Through an open call for proposals among governmental and non-governmental organizations, over 90 submissions were received from across the country. Following a competitive evaluation process, 24 projects were selected to receive grants totaling up to USD 200,000, with implementation planned between July 2025 and February 2026.
Mr. Dashpurev N, Director of the Department of State Administration of the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Mongolia, “Investing in integrity-focused solutions for the extractive sector represents a concrete step toward more transparent, accountable, and sustainable resource management, which is crucial for strengthening Mongolia’s economic resilience and long-term prosperity.”
Both initiatives place strong emphasis on inclusive participation, gender equality, and women’s empowerment to ensure the meaningful and equal involvement of all members of society without discrimination.
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“Transformative change requires broad partnerships and shared ownership,” noted Mr. Firuz Saidkhadzhaev, Climate Finance and Development Economist at UNDP Mongolia. “These grants will empower locally driven solutions and enhance collaboration among government, civil society, academia, the private sector, and communities. By working together, we can build more inclusive, accountable, and resilient systems that serve everyone.”
Following the official launch, training sessions on grant reporting requirements and thematic workshops on participation, integrity, and gender were provided to grantees to build capacity for effective implementation.
About Integra Initiative
The Integra Initiative is an international cooperation programme implemented in four countries across Asia and Africa, supported through contributions from the Governments of Luxembourg, Denmark, and the Republic of Korea via UNDP’s Funding Windows. The initiative promotes integrity in public goods and services by strengthening fairness, transparency, and accountability in the management of public resources. It aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of government institutions and to rebuild trust in public institutions. In Mongolia, the Integra Grant Programme has been launched to pilot and implement innovative solutions and tools that can strengthen integrity in mineral resource management and promote more sustainable and equitable governance in the extractive sector. As part of UNDP’s global Governance for People and Planet programme, the Integra Initiative in Mongolia contributes to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by embedding governance at the core of environmental sustainability, gender equality, and inclusive growth.
About 3P4D Programme
The Participation Initiative is being implemented in five countries across Asia and Africa with support from the governments of Luxembourg, Denmark, and the Republic of Korea through UNDP’s Funding Windows. This initiative aims to support structural reforms that strengthen the enabling environment for civic space, expand opportunities for citizen participation, and build the capacity of civil society organizations.In Mongolia, the Participation Grant Programme has been launched within this framework to promote participation accelerators: innovative mechanisms and tools that can pilot and scale up new forms of civic engagement. All projects and activities implemented under the Integra and Participation programmes will ensure the participation of women and promote gender equality.
About UNDP
UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet.

Published Date:2025-07-04