MNUE School of Physical Education Lecturer B. Narmandakh Participates in Asian Athletics International Training Program for Women Referees

The Asian Athletics Association organized the “Bronze Women Referee Mentoring Program” in Thailand from October 13 to 16, 2026. The program aimed to enhance the professional knowledge and skills of female athletics officials and increase their participation in officiating at international competitions.

B. Narmandakh, a lecturer at the School of Physical Education, Mongolian National University of Education (MNUE), and a member of the Referees' Council of the Mongolian Athletics Federation, represented Mongolia in this international training program, gaining valuable experience and further developing her professional competencies.

During the opening ceremony, the Secretary General of the Asian Athletics Association highlighted World Athletics' policy of achieving a 50:50 gender balance among male and female officials. The importance of developing and empowering female officials to work at the international level was also emphasized.

The training covered key topics, including athletics competition rules, technical organization and management of competitions, the roles and responsibilities of officials, and methods for resolving disputes and challenging situations. Participants examined real-life cases from international competitions and exchanged professional knowledge and practical experiences.

The program is also designed to prepare female officials for the Bronze Level International Referee Examination, scheduled to take place in March–April 2027, while supporting their professional development in accordance with international standards.

The knowledge, skills, and international experience gained by B. Narmandakh through this program are expected to contribute to improving the quality of teaching and learning at the MNUE School of Physical Education, enriching the content and methodology of athletics courses, and supporting the continuing professional development of athletics officials in Mongolia.

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