Mongolian
Every September, the International Week of Deaf People is observed worldwide. This year, it is celebrated from September 22 to 28 under the slogan “No Human Rights Without Sign Language Rights.” The week is dedicated to supporting the rights of the deaf, protecting sign language, and encouraging greater involvement of governments and civil society. As part of the global tradition, landmark buildings are illuminated in blue to symbolize solidarity.
On September 23, Mongolia joined the movement by lighting the State Palace in blue, reaffirming the international principle that sign language is a true language that must be protected by the state.
Representatives of the Mongolian Association of the Deaf, along with citizens and community members, took part in the event. Holding banners calling for the recognition of the national sign language, participants voiced their concerns about protecting their rights.
Organizers emphasized that the blue light represents not only a color, but also a symbol of human rights and equal participation. They called for wider public awareness of deaf rights and sign language, stronger promotion through the media, and closer cooperation with deaf people’s organizations at both national and local levels.
