Formation of a Conceptual Framework for Interaction between Local Self-Government Bodies and Non-Governmental Organizations in Ukraine
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https://doi.org/10.47451/hum2025-01-01Keywords:
public management and administration, local self-government, local councils, non-governmental organizations, martial law, post-war reconstruction of territories, integration symbiosis, project approachAbstract
Non-governmental organizations in Ukraine, as subjects of public administration on the one hand and part of civil society on the other, play an essential role in supporting social, economic, and environmental initiatives, as well as in shaping policy and influencing management processes through mechanisms of public consultations and participation in the development of legislation. The article aims to substantiate modern forms and mechanisms of interaction between local councils and non-governmental organizations in the context of overcoming the humanitarian crisis, as well as recommendations for optimizing this cooperation to increase the social resilience of communities. To achieve this goal, methods of analysis and synthesis, comparative analysis, content analysis, modeling, case studies, and a systemic approach were used. The concept of “integration symbiosis” is proposed, forming an innovative model of cooperation between local councils and non-governmental organizations through integrating European standards, using local innovations, and the involvement of citizens in management processes. The main components of the concept – the Three Ps institutional model, the civic innovation accelerator, the digital hub, the adaptive democracy model, and the partnership trust fund – are aimed at strengthening the capacity of non-governmental organizations, transparent distribution of tasks, motivating civic participation and preventing corruption. The expected results include increasing trust among all participants, introducing innovations to solve local problems, accelerating integration with the EU, and strengthening civil society. At the same time, the emphasis on digital technologies, open platforms, and transparency mechanisms creates prospects for the sustainable development of local communities in Ukraine.
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