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Study of the UN Volunteers Program in Mongolia

Community and National Service

This Civic Service Research Fellows study investigated the potential of youth civic service programs to serve as effective development tools for transitional countries. Research focuses on the National United Nations Volunteer Program, which was founded by Mongolia’s government during a period of social, economic and political transition. In-depth interviews and focus groups suggest that the program had a positive influence: communities experienced increased access to resources, gained knowledge of democratic processes, benefited from the increased capacity of local government, and became more involved in volunteering and civil society groups.

Funding Partner: Ford Foundation


Principal Investigator

Amanda Moore McBride

Amanda Moore McBride

CSD Faculty Director; ​University of Denver
Civic Engagement and Service

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Lissa Johnson

Lissa Johnson

CSD Associate Director; Director of Administration and Research;
Co-Director Financial Capability and Asset Building

  • Email: ejohnson@nospam.wustl.edu


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