For peace initiatives to continue over the long term, people need not only to work together but also to have spaces where activities can take place and local partnerships can grow. Mongolia’s peace activities, which began with small gatherings of women in 2021, gained a new space in 2026.

On July 1, an opening ceremony was held for the Peace HUB Peace Exhibition Hall in Ulaanbaatar. The dedicated space brings together activities carried out across different regions and provides a base for sustaining peace initiatives on an ongoing basis.

Peace HUB was not established with corporate or government support. Instead, a member from the Bulgan region voluntarily donated her own space to support the stable operation of the Ulaanbaatar Branch.

Peace HUB Established Through a Member’s Donation

Approximately 40 people attended the opening ceremony, including officials from South Korea, local Mongolian staff, Peace Committee heads, newly appointed branch managers, and advisory members.

Participants took part in a ribbon-cutting ceremony, introduced the newly appointed branch managers and advisory members, and shared the role of Peace HUB. Centered around this venue, they agreed to promote peace initiatives, identify and nurture local female leaders, and continue various peace activities across Mongolia.

On the same day, the IWPG Mongolia Branch announced the establishment of new branches in three areas: Zavkhan, Orkhon, and Bayanzürkh.

As a dedicated activity space was established in Ulaanbaatar, new regional bases were also added. With the capital and regional networks expanding together, the foundation for sustaining peace initiatives across Mongolia grew further.

Peace Initiatives Reach the Government

The expansion of peace activities did not remain confined to local communities.

On July 1 and 2, the delegation met with Members of Parliament at the Mongolian Government Complex. Following an official invitation from MP Odontuya, the delegation introduced IWPG’s peace activities in Mongolia and discussed future directions for cooperation. They also met with MP Kherlen to share the progress of local peace initiatives and explore opportunities for collaboration.

In particular, the delegation introduced the 2026 World Women’s Peace Conference, scheduled to be held in South Korea in September, and delivered official invitations.

The meetings also covered Mongolian women’s peace education and regional activities, as well as women’s participation in peace initiatives and international cooperation. It was an opportunity to introduce the peace activities being carried out across Mongolia to government and political leaders and discuss possibilities for future collaboration.

Reaching More People Through the Media

Meetings with local media outlets followed as part of efforts to share peace activities with a wider audience.

On July 6, introduced by an announcer from Mongolian National Broadcasting, the delegation met with Enkhjargal, Executive Producer of Malchin TV.

The delegation introduced IWPG’s activities and the September World Women’s Peace Conference. Executive Producer Enkhjargal showed strong interest in IWPG’s work and agreed to attend the conference with a news coverage team and report on the event.

Peace Stories Shared in a Ger Yard

Alongside meetings with government and media representatives, the delegation also visited local residents on the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar.

On July 4, they visited the Gachuurt area in Bayanzürkh District and spent time with local residents. At nomadic households, they observed traditional methods of harvesting cow’s milk and mare’s milk, tried on traditional clothing, experienced archery, and spoke with residents in a natural setting.

When the delegation introduced IWPG’s peace initiatives and the September World Women’s Peace Conference, residents expressed interest and welcomed the activities.

Building Local Capacity to Continue Activities

The visit also included efforts to strengthen local capacity so that activities could be carried out independently on site.

On July 3, the Mongolian preliminary judging for the 8th International Loving-Peace Art Competition was held at Peace HUB.

The delegation explained and demonstrated the process of reviewing and evaluating the artworks to local staff and judges. They also practiced practical methods that could be applied during the actual judging process, including laying the artworks out on the floor to compare them at a glance.

Mongolia’s peace journey, which began with small gatherings in 2021, has continued by bringing people together, expanding into new regions, and creating spaces for ongoing activities.

A few women first came together to talk about peace. Peace Committees were then established across the country, and more than 1,200 women received peace education. A monument commemorating peace was erected, and now a dedicated space for continuing peace initiatives has been established.

Mongolia’s peace journey does not end here. A new chapter is beginning with Peace HUB as a base for meeting new people and continuing peace initiatives together with women across the country.

The seeds of peace first sown on the steppe continue to meet new people and regions. Mongolia’s next chapter is now beginning.

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