“Digital Transition and Youth Employment” National Forum Held

The Ministry of Family, Labour, and Social Protection of Mongolia has declared 2026 as the Year of Employment Promotion.

Although young people make up a significant share of Mongolia’s population, youth unemployment and economic inactivity remain relatively high. To address these challenges, a national forum titled “Transforming Labour: Digital Transition and Youth Employment” was organized in collaboration with leading universities.

The forum provided a platform for exchanging ideas on how young people can prepare for their careers, overcome employment challenges, and effectively manage and utilize available opportunities. Discussions highlighted that today’s youth increasingly prioritize workplace flexibility, remote work options, work-life balance, a positive and psychologically healthy work environment, and continuous learning and development over salary alone.

The ministry has also launched a new Youth Employment Promotion Program, aimed at helping students and young graduates overcome the common barrier of “lack of experience” when entering the workforce. The program includes training in soft skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and creative thinking, as well as support for turning innovative ideas into businesses through financial and professional advisory services.

As part of the forum, panel discussions were held on topics including “Aligning Labour Supply and Demand in the Digital Transition” and “Digital Transition and Youth Employment.” Participants also attended sessions on “Artificial Intelligence and Workplace Challenges,” “Artificial Intelligence and Opportunities,” and research findings on family-friendly workplace policies. Short Pecha Kucha-style presentations offered practical advice on identifying and developing skills and adapting to the evolving labour market.

Speakers emphasized that rather than competing with technology and artificial intelligence, it is crucial to leverage them to create meaningful employment and sustainable income opportunities.

The event brought together more than 1,000 students from major universities, including the National University of Mongolia, Mongolian University of Science and Technology, Mongolian National University of Education, Mongolian University of Life Sciences, Mongolian National University of Arts and Culture, and Mongolian National University of Medical Sciences.