FEATURES OF THE ESTABLISHMENT OF DECENTRALIZATION PROCESSES IN UKRAINE WITH THE SUPPORT OF EU FOUNDS AND INTERNATIONAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

Abstract

Decentralization is one of the most important reforms for many countries in the world over the past two decades. The decentralization process in Ukraine envisages a comprehensive reform of the administrative-territorial system, as well as the educational and medical spheres. Introduction of changes in the system of public administration and territorial organization of power, strengthening the role of local self-government and enhancement of community capacity are important steps towards modernization of the country. The present paper seeks to answer how the decentralization reform contributes to establishment of a new system of social relations in Ukraine considering foreign practices and experience. The paper argues that the new system of territorial organization in Ukraine increases the level of development of the amalgamated hromadas and enhances their capacity. The efficiency of decentralization process in Ukraine is closely related to cooperation between public authorities, international donors and civil society institutions.

Keywords

• decentralization
• amalgamated hromada (AH)
• public authorities
• international investments
• capacity development