They have raised funds to provide masks and sanitizers to vulnerable populations. “Our work is urgent,” said Ms. Byambaa, a GPW volunteer. “People in need will receive face masks to protect themselves during quarantine when many sectors of Mongolia are on lockdown,” she said. GPW Mongolia sent masks to orphanages and rural households, providing critical protection. Their fundraising efforts are ongoing.
Understanding the high need for masks and sanitizers, GPW has also taught women how to make these items at home, opening cost-saving options and income-generation.
In addition, GPW Mongolia has taken social media platforms to provide valuable health-related information and to provide a point of connection for communities, families, and individuals. Through social media, they have disseminated up-to-date information on the state of the pandemic and prevention strategies.
On several Facebook Live sessions, mothers shared important knowledge with each other: helpful tips on eating well, strategies to boost the immune system, and overall health. The series also featured at-home exercise sessions with national athletic heroes like 86-year-old Track and Field World Champion Ts. Radnaa and Para marathon athlete Ms. Saranchuluun.
The women of Global Peace Women Mongolia work to model the virtues of resilience, innovation and service, for the benefit of the wider community.
GPW Mongolia Support Mothers And Families During COVID19Mongolia’s swift response to COVID-19 has kept the official number of cases low. However, containment strategies have cut deeply into the economic and social stability of families. The World Bank reports an average of 40% job loss across all sectors. Since April, quickly responding to the urgent need, GPW Mongolia and My Club online community women have willingly stepped in to support the nation’s efforts to keep families safe and healthy.