About this user
Our Vision: Mongol Ecology Center (MEC) project envisions a world in which the Mongolian people thrive in a healthy and balanced environment, while contributing to the well-being of our planet.
Our Mission: Mongol Environmental Conservation (MEC) seeks to ensure a thriving future for Mongolia and to contribute its best practices to the world through protecting and nurturing the environment, natural resources, and cultural heritage of Mongolia.
Our Values
People: We are dedicated to serve and respond to the needs of the people and communities. We empower individuals to become wheels of change and bridges of cooperation through protecting the environment and cultural heritage of Mongolia.
Integrity: We value honesty, accountability, professionalism and ethical communication in our working relationships. We strive for equity in our decision making and honor passion, commitments and dedication of our partners.
Collaboration: MEC is committed to working together with all segments of the society. We value the culture, knowledge and expertise of our partners and members of our community. We encourage and promote cooperation and teamwork of all people. We nurture a climate of mutual trust and respect.
Commitment: We are committed to make positive change through our work in Mongolia. We recognize the importance of implementing our strategies in a culturally sensitive, practical and creative manner. We strive to deliver high-quality programs, services and strategies.
Description
Mongol Environmental Conservation (MEC) was set up in 2009 as a project of Earth Island Institute, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. MECs activities include:
- promotes the collaboration of all segments of society, including citizens, government, business, industry,
education, NGOs, donors, etc.;
- offers education, training, and advocacy for all segments of society
- develops environmental leadership within Mongolia;
- organizes environmental and cultural expeditions and exchanges
- offers mechanisms to share its knowledge with world-wide environmental organizations and institutions
- supports research and environmental assessment
- promotes cultural and natural heritages of Mongolia
- provides technical and financial assistance to local environmental NGOs