Focus Areas
Our key priority focus areas
ZS Luujin is dedicated to protecting Mongolia’s rich biodiversity through strategic conservation programs that tackle critical environmental challenges. Through these 6 key initiatives, ZS Luujin is making a lasting impact on wildlife protection and sustainable community development in Mongolia.
Tackling Illegal Wildlife Trade (IWT)
ZS Luujin is leading the fight against illegal wildlife trade (IWT) in Mongolia by enhancing law enforcement, border security, and community involvement. Our conservation projects have strengthened the newly established Ecological police, supported the Customs Administration in disrupting trafficking networks, and upgraded canine detection units within law enforcement organizations, including Police Administration and Border Defence Administration. ZS Luujin is committed to skills development training and supplying essential equipment, such as the Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool (SMART) for patrols, fostering community stewardship in partnership with law enforcement and raising public awareness about the IWT impacts.
Conservation Canine Programe
As Mongolia’s first dedicated canine detection program, this initiative enhances wildlife protection efforts by training specialized detection dogs to identify illegally traded wildlife products. The program includes the establishment of training facilities, recruitment of skilled handlers, and the introduction of scent-detection dog breeds tailored for conservation law enforcement.
Protected Area Management
ZS Luujin supports the sustainable management of Mongolia’s protected areas through collaborative partnerships, ecological restoration, and advanced wildlife monitoring techniques. Our efforts include SMART patrols, water point restoration, rangeland management, and eco-club initiatives that engage local communities in conservation.
Community-based Conservation
Recognizing Mongolia’s vast landscapes, ZS Luujin has empowered local herders as community rangers, equipping them with training and tools to monitor biodiversity, prevent poaching, and protect key wildlife populations. This model fosters environmental stewardship while strengthening local livelihoods, leading to near-zero poaching, reduced illegal logging, and stable wildlife populations.
Community Banking: Village Savings & Loan Association (VSLA)
To improve financial resilience in rural communities, ZS Luujin has introduced Village Savings & Loan Associations (VSLAs), providing local herders with financial literacy, savings mechanisms, and community-driven banking alternatives. These efforts strengthen economic stability, promote sustainable livelihoods, and support conservation efforts by fostering a sense of collective responsibility.
Research and Monitoring
ZS Luujin is committed to continuous research and undisrupted monitoring and evaluation to ensure the effectiveness of our efforts. By collecting and analyzing data on wildlife populations, habitat conditions, and enforcement measures, we can assess progress, adapt strategies, and drive informed decision-making. This rigorous approach not only strengthens our on-the-ground initiatives but also helps raise awareness, secure funding, and pursue impactful conservation results.
How You Can Help
This is your opportunity to make a real impact in protecting Mongolia’s wildlife. Join our Society today and be part of the movement to safeguard these incredible species and their habitats for generations to come. Together, we can ensure Mongolia’s wildlife continues to thrive.
You can also make a direct donation here. Every donation matters.