Focus Area: Tackling IWT
Tackling Illegal Wildlife Trade
Illegal wildlife trade threatens Mongolia’s biodiversity, endangers species, and fuels global trafficking networks. ZS Luujin has led a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening law enforcement capacity, securing borders, and disrupting trafficking routes.
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.
Key Initiatives & Milestones:
Impact & Investment:
- 2015-2018: IWT CF/IWT-1 Project – Strengthened law enforcement to combat wildlife trafficking.
- 2018-2021: IWT CF/IWT-2 Project – Enhanced border security and community engagement against illegal trade.
- 2021-2024: IWT CF/IWT-3 Project – Supported Mongolia’s new Ecological Police with global standards.
- 2020-2022: Foundation Segre Project – Introduced canine detection units to combat poaching and trafficking.
Impact & Investment:
- £1.4 million total investment in law enforcement, community engagement, and border protection.
- Strengthened anti-poaching measures, reducing illegal wildlife trade activities.
- Developed a long-term enforcement strategy to ensure the sustainability of conservation efforts.
Publications
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Canine Conservation Program
Protected Area Management
Community-based conservation
Community Banking - VSLAs
Research and monitoring
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.
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