GENDER ISSUES IN HIGHER EDUCATION SECTOR OF MONGOLIA

Abstract

In XXI century, the entire world intends to develop without degradation, illness, poverty and even without discrimination. Gender inequality and discrimination are one of the major social issues in modern world. Man and woman could not be treated equally in some countries, and even children tend to be discriminated in all social segments starting from pre-school to the social community. Gradually, the given policy and terms seek to reduce or eliminate gender inequality in society step by step. Government of Mongolia joined to promote gender equality and supporting human right conventions from United Nation. The program aims to ensure equality of men and women in political, economic and social life, and specially, in education sector to provide equal education. To improve the national system of gender equality and ensure the participation of society, nongovernment organization, enterprises and individuals should collaborate using local resources.