MONGOLIYN SKAUTIYN HOLBOO

SCOUT ASSOCIATION OF MONGOLIA

Mongolia is the largest landlocked nation bordered by Russia to the north and China to the south. The population is 2.5 million people. Since 1990 and a peaceful democratic movement, the country is now open for all to see its mysteries and witness its' unspoiled natural beauty.

The Scouting movement started in 1991, yet has grown rapidly and in 1998, there were 5,311 members. Scouting has spread to all provinces.

The Mongolian Scout Association is active in the community and focuses on a variety of charitable causes, in particular, at risk youth and street children. The Scouts are committed to assisting with the growth of the country during this historic time.

Mongolia is a country that is almost perfect for Scouting with many picturesque places to camp and take part in traditional Scouting activities.

In 1991, the first Scout Troop was organized and 39 Scouts took the oath.

In 1992, the Scout association of Mongolia was officially founded on April 16. The first Scout Camp was organized near Ulaanbaatar City and 200 Scouts participated.

In 1994, The Scout Association of Mongolia was officially recognized and became the 136th member of the World Organization. Scout activities were started in every province and district of Mongolia. The first Mongolian contingent participated with 50 Scouts at the Asia-Pacific Jamboree. The first Scout Newsletter was published. In 1995, 45 Mongolian Scouts participated in the World Jamboree in Holland.

In 1996, the first Mongolian National Jamboree was held. A Global Development Village was organized during the jamboree.

In 1997, Scottish and Mongolian Rovers built the "Children's Development Center".

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