Ukrainian Model Research Articles

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION UNDER MILITARY THREATS: UKRAINIAN EXPERIENCE OF ADAPTING TO CRISIS SITUATIONS

The article examines the Ukrainian experience of public administration under conditions of military threat as of 2022-2024. The key challenges faced by Ukraine during the full-scale war are analyzed, including the destruction of critical infrastructure and the need to ensure uninterrupted provision of public services. Special attention is paid to the digitization of public administration, which played a decisive role in maintaining the stability of state institutions. The role of the «Action» platform and other innovative solutions that enabled interaction between citizens and the government in crisis conditions is described. The impact of decentralization on the ability of local authorities to respond to the challenges of war has been studied. The interaction with international partners within the framework of the SIGMA program, which is aimed at providing support in the reform of public administration with a course towards European integration, is characterized. A comparative analysis of the Ukrainian experience with other European countries that faced large-scale crises was carried out, and unique aspects of the Ukrainian model of adaptation were revealed. The article analyzes strategies for the restoration and modernization of the state administration of Ukraine in crisis conditions. Attention is focused on the interaction between the state and corporate sectors to maintain economic activity even in conditions of active hostilities. The role of business relocation to safer regions and the influence of state support on the stabilization of the labor market and the economy are outlined. Programs aimed at restoring infrastructure and vital services in cooperation with international partners are mentioned. The experience of implementing temporary solutions to ensure the basic needs of the population is described. It examines the impact of international aid and financial support through IMF and World Bank programs that helped maintain budget stability and avoid economic collapse. The perspectives of public administration during Ukraine's integration into European structures and further strengthening of public administration are highlighted. Special attention is paid to the prospects for the development of public administration in the post-war period, the solution of socio-economic problems, the restoration of infrastructure and the attraction of investments. Strategic directions for reforming public administration for the future are proposed, taking into account the experience of the war and cooperation with international institutions.

Organization and implementation of judicial control at the stage of pre-trial investigation in foreign countries

The scientific article examines the peculiarities of the organization and conduct of judicial control of the preliminary investigation in European countries. It was determined that judicial control in historical retrospect dates back to the Middle Ages, so it has a long practical experience of application. It has been established that in the national legal systems of European countries, judicial control is organized differently, therefore the scientific literature confirms the existence of two types of models of judicial control depending on the purpose of judicial control in a criminal process. The first type of models is characterized by the presence of investigative functions and powers in the field of investigative actions for the representatives of the judiciary, who are authorized to exercise judicial control over the pre-trial investigation. The second type of models of judicial control in European countries is organized in such a way that representatives of the judiciary in pre-trial investigation are empowered with powers that are limited to resolving issues related to monitoring the observance of the rights and freedoms of the participants in the pre-trial investigation, without decisive influence on the course of the pre-trial investigation. The peculiarities of the specialization of entities that perform the functions of judicial control were analyzed and it was determined that they are divided into judicial bodies that are not separated from general courts (they lack specialization); judicial bodies in which there are separate positions of investigative judges in general courts; specialized judicial bodies. The advantages and disadvantages of the models of the first and second type of organization of judicial control over pre-trial investigation in Europeancountriesareestablished. Theadvantages of the first-type models are the cost-effectiveness of the organization of judicial control, the second- type models are characterized by a higher degree of quality protection of the rights and freedoms of a person in pre-trial investigation due to the exclusive specialization of representatives of the judiciary. It was determined that the peculiarities of legal regulation of judicial control over pre-trial investigation in Ukraine allow us to conclude that it belongs to the second type of models. Depending on the degree of specialization, the Ukrainian model of judicial control provides for the position of an investigative judge in the system of courts of general jurisdiction.

Formation of a modern management model as a guarantee of the adaptation of Ukrainian business to the conditions of globalization

The article examines the peculiarities of the formation of the modern management model in Ukraine, considers the peculiarities of the national business culture and the characteristic features of modern management, defines the basis of modern concepts that should be the basis of the Ukrainian management model. The main directions of further management development in the 21st century to ensure the competitiveness of Ukrainian business and its adaptation to the conditions of globalization are scientifically based. The basic principles of building the Ukrainian management model, which are in line with global development trends, are proposed and substantiated. It was concluded that a balanced approach to the formation of the management team, taking into account the peculiarities of the Ukrainian mentality and the situation in which Ukraine found itself, is one of the most important strategic tasks for society in today's conditions. The transition to a market economy and the position of Ukrainian business in the international community largely depend on this.

Model of activity of Mayor Aleksey Sokolov and agents stormtroopers under his leadership

In the public narrative on partisan warfare, an extremely important role is played by agents stormtroopers under Mayor Aleksey Sokolov leadership. Many have heard that this person was “the leader of all-Ukrainian agents stormtroopers”, who was sent to Lithuania to organize the activity of agents stormtroopers. Yet, the information known about this person has been scarce so far. By this article it is sought to provide some facts on the biography of A. Sokolov and highlight the principles of activity of special groups under his leadership. A. Sokolov was a specialist in the specific agency-operational area. He was a recipient of various insignia and other honorary awards, which demonstrated appreciation of his activity by the All-Russian Extraordinary Commission (Cheka) authorities. On the other hand, legality of methods used by A. Sokolov and stormtroopers under his leadership raised doubts. It is likely that namely this problem prevented him from awarding the title of the Hero of the Soviet Union. It took to A. Sokolov less than one year of working with the special group in order to create a model of stormtroopers usage adapted to fighting the Ukrainian partisans. In doing this, A. Sokolov consulted the stormtroopers themselves. While being on secondment in Lithuania, he reformed the special group of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) of Lithuanian Soviet Socialist Republic (LSSR) according to the Ukrainian model. The operation that took place in Grendavė village of Onuškis Rural District in Trakai County was in line with the model of operations carried out in Ukraine: on the basis of operational data, a legend had been created, a list of persons to be detained and interrogated compiled, the stormtroopers, dressed and equipped as the Red Army soldiers, prepared bunkers for future interrogations, wrote minutes containing evidence of the persons detained, etc. A. Sokolov’s expertise and methodical guidance laid the foundation for practical activity of special groups in Lithuania. Further on, the stormtroopers actually employed the tactics, created by A. Sokolov.

Public participation and innovative technologies: the role of artificial intelligence in public administration and sustainable development

The article examines the impact of artificial intelligence on public administration and its role in achieving sustainable development. The authors analyze how the introduction of AI can contribute to increased efficiency, transparency, and accountability in the public sector, focusing on the importance of artificial intelligence in the fight against corruption, ensuring security, and optimizing administrative processes. The article focuses on the role of artificial intelligence in public administration and its impact on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The authors analyze how AI can contribute to increasing efficiency, transparency, and accountability in public administration, as well as affect economic development and social justice. The analysis is based on the methods of analysis and synthesis, historical method, formal legal method, and systemic method. These methods allow for in-depth research of the topic, revealing its complexity and formulating conclusions and recommendations. The authors demonstrate that AI is making a significant contribution to various aspects of public administration, including automating citizen services, analyzing large amounts of data, forecasting demand for services, and evaluating political effectiveness. The authors also discuss potential issues related to privacy, security, ethical considerations, and accuracy of AI. They point out the need to create conditions for the effective implementation of AI in public administration, including the adaptation of international standards and practices to the Ukrainian context. They consider potential challenges and problems associated with the use of AI, such as privacy, security, ethics, accuracy, and bias, as well as the risks of technology dependence. An important part of the article is the consideration of international examples of AI application in public administration that can serve as a model for Ukraine. Ultimately, the article emphasizes the importance of developing strategies and approaches that facilitate the integration of AI into public administration that meets Ukraine's national interests and is open to innovation and technological progress.

Legal mechanisms for gambling addiction protection: analysis of an emerging regulatory model in Ukraine

The purpose of this article is to analyze the legislation of Ukraine on the protection of gambling players from the formation of gambling addiction, to identify ways and means of protection, to evaluate their effectiveness and to formulate proposals for improving (strengthening) the protection of the rights of gambling players. The research used general scientific and special scientific methods of scientific knowledge. In particular, the dialectical method of learning the phenomena of the surrounding reality, comparative-legal, systemic-structural, methods of logic (analysis, synthesis, induction, deduction, analogy). Many prevention measures have already been implemented in Ukraine. In addition, the player is protected by the right to receive free psychosocial assistance in the event of problems with gambling and free medical assistance in the event of a diagnosis of gambling addiction. The state also provides free socio-psychological rehabilitation of players during and after treatment for gaming addiction. The disadvantage is the bringing of the player to administrative responsibility for participating in illegal gambling and the impossibility of recognizing him as a victim in criminal proceedings to compensate for the damage caused by the crime (engagement in the gambling business).

Social innovations of small and medium-sized businesses in Ukraine

Methods. During the research, such methods of scientific research were used as abstraction – when determining the essence of the concepts «social investments», «social entrepreneurship», «green technologies» and «silver technologies»; the method of classifications and comparison – when forming the structure of the main economic indicators for large, medium and small enterprises, as well as carrying out a comparison in the countries of the European Union and Ukraine; statistical – when determining the dynamics of capital investments of small and mediumsized businesses of Ukraine. Results. Based on open statistical data, the main quantitative indicators of the economic activity of small and medium-sized businesses in Ukraine are summarized, taking into account their influence on the level of involvement in social innovations, and their dynamics for the period 2010– 2022 are analyzed. The analysis of the peculiarities of the functioning of small and medium-sized businesses in Ukraine allowed to highlight specific features of the existing model of involvement in social innovation activities of business structures. A trend towards more stable small business activity was revealed, which, however, is characterized by a sufficiently low level of profitability (except for 2021). This actualizes the issue of financial security and requires more active support from the state for this type of business structure. Novelty highlights the characteristic features of the Ukrainian model of the involvement of small and medium-sized businesses in the implementation of social innovations and determining their impact on the functioning of the social sphere of the national economy. Practical value. The problems identified during the research in the functioning of the Ukrainian model of social investment of medium and small businesses can be used as examples of negative processes in the field of social responsibility of business structures. Taking them into account when developing the directions of state social policy can contribute to its higher efficiency.

On the implementation and functioning of the «Barnahus»

The aim of the work is to study and analyze the Barnahus model through the prism of European experience and the legal system of Ukraine. The methodological basis of the study is the dialectical method of scientific knowledge, since the genesis of the «Barnachus» model was revealed with its help. From the standpoint of the value approach, legal ideas, the normative legal framework and law enforcement practice were investigated. The work uses such general scientific methods as: system analysis, ascent from the general to the specific, analogy, generalization, comparison, as well as the principle of historicism, social and objective approach, which contributed to the disclosure of the features of the «Barnachus» model as a whole and its components, in particular. Special-legal methods, such as comparative- legal, formal-dogmatic, sociological-legal, cultural-legal. Results. The article is devoted to the Barnahus model, which is currently an innovative model at the European level in the field of combating violence against children and child-friendly justice. Ukraine, striving to become a full-fledged member of the European Union, has undertaken a number of obligations, including to provide children with additional procedural guarantees during their interrogation (questioning) in criminal proceedings. The article examines and analyzes the Barnahus model through the prism of European experience and the legal system of Ukraine. The author analyzes the basic ideas of the Barnahus model; examines the peculiarities of the formation and development of the Barnahus model in the legal systems of Scandinavian countries; clarifies the European quality standards of the Barnahus model as a result of the PROMISE network; examines the organizational and legal framework for the implementation and functioning of the Barnahus model in Ukraine; analyzes the impact of national legislation on the functioning of the Barnahus model in Ukraine, revealing certain problematic aspects. Conclusion. It is established that the Barnahus model is a multidisciplinary program for child victims and child witnesses of violence or cruelty, organized in a child-friendly environment and under one roof to ensure effective protection, quick access to justice, and the provision of necessary services. It is proved that its main task is to cooperate «under one roof» of an interagency and interdisciplinary team involved in juvenile criminal justice for effective coordinated work (collecting evidence, providing services, creating a child-friendly environment, helping to return to their usual life, etc.) and achieving maximum interaction with child witnesses or child victims of violence or cruelty.

THE MODEL OF PROSECUTORIAL SELF-GOVERNANCE IN UKRAINE AND THE BALTIC COUNTRIES: A COMPARATIVE ASPECT

Background: New legislation in Ukraine has introduced a significant change in the function of the prosecutor’s office by establishing bodies of prosecutorial self-governance. Their implementation stems from the change in the constitutional status of the prosecutor's office and the need to strengthen the independence of prosecutors while minimising external political and internal systemic influence on their work. Such reforms align with a pan-European tendency, which was formed as a result of the modernisation of approaches to the perception of the prosecutor's office. The independence of the judiciary and the effectiveness of the administration of justice depends on the independent activity of such body as the prosecutor's office. This necessitates the formation and development of the principle of political neutrality, which should form the basis of the organisation and activity of the prosecutor's office in a state governed by the rule of law. Orientation to international standards and best practices allows us to hypothesise about the progressiveness of the Ukrainian model of prosecutorial self-governance. This hypothesis can be tested through a comparative analysis with other countries. We have chosen the Baltic countries for comparison as they are connected with Ukraine by a common Soviet past; however, they decided on the European course of their development much faster. The article offers an overview of models of prosecutorial self-governance in Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia and Ukraine, outlining the structure and competence of their bodies. Based on a comparative analysis of Ukraine’s example, the researchers have identified the main directions for strengthening the institutional capacity of prosecutorial self-governance bodies. Methods: In conducting the scientific work, the authors employed several special legal methods, which allowed them to realise both the collection and generalisation of factual data, as well as to carry out a multi-level comparison of selected research objects at the proper level. The study relied on, in particular, formal-legal, logical-legal, historical-legal and comparativelegal methods of scientific learning. Results and Conclusions: It has been concluded that the introduction of prosecutorial selfgovernance in the states is a necessary step in the direction of strengthening the independence of prosecutors as a component of effective justice. This makes it possible to minimise external political and internal systemic influence on personnel processes in the prosecutor's office system, contributes to ensuring its political neutrality, as well as solves issues of financial, material, technical, and other provisions for prosecutors. In this sense, the Ukrainian model of prosecutorial self-governance is quite progressive, although it is not without disadvantages. In particular, the dispersion of personnel powers among different subjects makes prosecutors vulnerable in career advancement, specifically regarding clarity in the demarcation of their competence. This focuses on further developing prosecutorial self-governance, strengthening its institutional capacity.

РОЗВИТОК ДЕРЖАВНИХ КОРПОРАЦІЙ: УПРАВЛІННЯ ТА РЕЗУЛЬТАТИ

The study is devoted to the generalization of experience and the development of scientifically based applied recommendations for managing the development of state joint-stock companies. Abstract-logical, systemic-structural and comparative analysis, grouping, statistical-economic, systematization and generalization methods were used for the research. Retrospective analysis made it possible to establish that in Ukraine, the joint-stock form of management was developed with the adoption of a legislative framework, which was developed using experience and information on legal foundations in economically developed countries. The grouping of signs regarding the advantages and disadvantages of the management joint-stock form was carried out, and the most significant ones were determined. A comparison of corporate governance outsider and insider models as the most frequently used in the countries of the world is made. Characterization of these models’ elements made it possible to establish significant discrepancies. The Ukrainian model of corporate governance uses elements of outsider and insider models, which reflects its specificity, including in the legislative framework. The provisions of the Ukraine new Law «On Joint-Stock Companies», effective from 01.01.2023, required changes to bring the management of corporations closer to international norms, which was implemented in the newest legislative framework from 03.05.2024. With the use of official statistical data, the dynamics of the decrease in the number of state-owned enterprises, their structure according to organizational and legal forms, and insignificant financial results of activity have been established. The rating of state corporations by the size of the share capital showed that the largest joint stock companies belong to the energy sector, as well as transport and communication. Of the TOP-5 state corporations, only three enterprises pay dividends according to the established norm, but all entities have mostly low-level financial indicators. It is proposed to increase the efficiency of management and results of state corporations on the basis of taking into account detailed external and internal factors of the precrisis state, as well as the introduction of an anti-crisis management mechanism, the components of which differ depending on the state of the economy. In particular, the developed external and internal factors are recommended to be used in the period of a stable state of the economy, in the period of the pre-crisis state - measures for the recovery or restructuring of joint-stock companies, and in the conditions of a crisis state - an anti-crisis strateg

THE EXPERIENCE OF LATVIA IN TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE AND TAKEAWAYS FOR UKRAINE

The article focuses on aspects of the transitional justice implemented in the Republic of Latvia after the restoration of its independence. The case of Latvia is examined through institutional reform, lustration, prosecution, politics of memory, truth-seeking, rehabilitation and reparations. In addition, Latvia’s state policy regarding citizenship played a decisive role in addressing an array of problems inherited from the Soviet period.
 The main purpose of this study is to highlight the state policy in Latvia, which achieved a high level of protection of the national interests during the transition period, while minimizing risks for its territorial integrity and social unity.
 Latvia’s experience proves that transitional justice has ensured the country’s democratic progress as well as its integration to the EU and NATO. The implemented reforms and institutional changes in the public administration system have laid the foundation for effective decision-making and policy implementation in Latvia. Hence, Latvia among those European countries, which have been providing Ukraine with political and diplomatic support as well as tangible military and humanitarian aid since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
 A comparative assessment of Latvia and Ukraine is appropriate, because both countries had to overcome similar challenges associated with the Soviet occupation and then treats emanating from the Russian Federation. The author argues that this Baltic country has achieved successful results due to a comprehensive state policy of transitional justice. This assessment also considers the main missteps and mistakes that Ukraine made in its domestic and foreign policy in the post-Soviet period.
 Based on a proposed examination of Latvia’s practices, the author makes a number of recommendations for forming a transitional justice model in Ukraine. The findings indicate that some effective Latvian approaches and measures can be adapted in Ukraine to overcome the consequences of the war and problems related to the temporary occupation of part of the Ukrainian territory.

"WAR STATE" AND "WELFARE STATE" SYMBIOSIS IN THE POST-WAR RECONSTRUCTION OF UKRAINE

The purpose of this study is to analyse the impact of the war on social protection and social security in the country, to examine the interdependence between the level of social security of the population and the military power of the state, to develop effective mechanisms for strengthening social protection in Ukraine during the war and its post-war recovery. Methodology. The use of multi-criteria analysis of integral indices such as the index of security threats, the index of refugees and displaced persons, the index of comprehensive national power, as well as the use of formulas for calculating the power of the state, made it possible to trace the impact of the war on the social component, the development of social security, the institutionalisation process of social protection systems, the creation of ministries of national welfare in order to overcome the socio-economic consequences of the war. The results of the study demonstrate the synergistic effect of strengthening the state's defence capabilities, its military strength and increasing the effectiveness of social policy, the level of social security of the country's citizens. Practical implications. The Ukrainian model of state functioning in times of war is defined as a symbiosis, a combination of effective social protection policy and strengthening the country's military power through systematic support of the army: "a strong home front is a strong army". Value/Originality. Russia's full-scale war against sovereign Ukraine, like a litmus test, has revealed the instability of the global system and convincingly proves the need to develop the Ukrainian model of a "social welfare state in wartime" with an emphasis on strengthening the military component.

Світовий досвід державно-приватного партнерства для фінансування соціального житла

In the current socio-economic environment, the issue of providing vulnerable population with affordable and accessible housing has become acute, requiring the public authorities to invest heavily in this area. This problem is relevant not only for Ukraine, where many residential buildings were destroyed as a result of military aggression, but also in other European countries, as quarantine restrictions have caused significant damage to their economies. Another reason for the growing demand for social housing is urbanization, migration, and growing social inequality. The solution to this problem is complicated by the fact that the growing demand for social housing increases the necessary costs for territorial communities, which they cannot always fully cover with budget revenues. On the other hand, private investors need a return on their investments, so they cannot finance social housing projects on their own. As a result, the public-private partnership model has become one of the ways to finance social housing. The purpose of the article is to analyze various public-private partnership mechanisms to provide financing for the construction and allocation of social housing. Since 1980s, public private partnership (PPP) is gaining global popularity as a viable alternative to public funding for building and financing infrastructure projects. PPP is a means to effectively deliver projects in the public sector because it emerges against the backdrop of financial constraints and management capacity in the public sector to support largescale infrastructure projects. PPP not merely means a way to accomplish financial problems by bringing private capital, but it also aims to bring private sector efficiency and best practices in delivering infrastructure. Although, focus of the current debates is primarily on economic infrastructure, but investment on social infrastructure has received surprisingly little attention and it is predicted to continue growing. Governments have a central role in policies and regulations to provide a transparent and fair 'investment field', as well as providing payments to private parties. In investing, the private sector actually requires stability, predictability and a framework that supports their investment in social infrastructure. Meanwhile, the private sector has a role to provide expertise in building social infrastructure efficiently and has added value in innovation. It is recommended to implement a modified PPP model in Ukraine to include international public and private partners as financial donors to compensate for lack of the national budget resources at the moment.

The role and place of the pharmacist-cosmetologist in the choosing and implementation of a cosmetology procedure for hair removal

In modern cosmetology, the issue of the availability of highly qualified specialists in accordance with the needs of the industry and the implementation of effective cosmetology procedures is acute, which actualizes research on the formation of a patient-centered model of providing medical and pharmaceutical assistance of aesthetic cosmetology. The aim of the work is to substantiate the role and place of the pharmacist-cosmetologist in the selection and provision of a cosmetology procedure for hair removal (CPHR) based on a conjoint analysis of consumer preferences for the specified service. Materials and methods. The main research material for this study included publications by both domestic and foreign scientists concerning aesthetic cosmetology services, consumer behavior regarding cosmetology procedures, professional competencies expected of a pharmacist-cosmetologist, as well as the results of a sociological survey conducted by the CPHR. The research methods employed in this study encompassed information search, synthesis, generalization, formalization, modeling, questionnaires, and regular conjoint analysis. Results. The most attractive methods of epilation were determined – electro epilation, elos epilation and laser epilation. It was established that the majority of consumers do not need a preliminary cosmetologist consultation, but want a consultation after. An algorithm for accompanying CPHR by a pharmacist-cosmetologist was developed. The relevant aspects of pharmaceutical care of CPHR were defined. Conclusions. The conducted conjoint analysis indicates that women are primarily focused on the effectiveness of CPHR (electro epilation, elos epilation, and laser epilation are considered the most effective) and its cost, and then – on the supporting component of the service. The specialist can offer the client (patient) the choice of a method and directly carry out the procedure, having knowledge and experience in diagnosing the condition of the skin and its appendages and understanding the specifics of CPHR against the background of the pharmacoeconomic analysis. The modern Ukrainian model of pharmacist-cosmetologist training allows marketing requirements and accompanying the customer at CPHR. Prospects for further research – formation of an information array and development of pharmaceutical care (assistance) protocols for a pharmacist-cosmetologist in various cosmetic procedures.

GOODS AND CASH FLOWS AND MACROECONOMIC EQUILIBRIUM UNDER THE CONDITIONS OF THE MODEL OF A HIGHLY EFFICIENT NATIONAL ECONOMY

The purpose of the research is to increase the effectiveness of the functioning of the "mechanism" of the national economy and to inform the scientific and economic public about possible alternative "mechanisms" of its functioning. The methodology consists in the use of a systemic approach, the method of aggregation, as well as the use of analogies borrowed from nature and from closed technical processes that have already been built and are successfully functioning on the basis of universal conservation laws. In the simulation modeling of this economic model, the methodology of the theory of piecewise linear aggregates was used. The results. It is shown how commodity and money flows will be directed in the conditions of functioning of the model of a highly efficient national economy. It is proven that the gross domestic product must correspond to the purchasing power of the population. At the same time, all the contradictions inherent in the modern economy and, above all, crisis phenomena are absent. The scientific novelty lies in the fact that for the first time scientifically based principles and rules of functioning, completely different from the existing economic model, have been adopted. For example, there is no such economic category as "profit", the price of goods is determined according to other principles, a new and very simple taxation system is proposed, the amount of money in the system is constantly and does not increase. The conceptual and terminological apparatus, which allows to form the appropriate theoretical and methodological foundations of the system of highly efficient functioning of the national economy, has gained further development. Practical significance of the research. The transition to the proposed macroeconomic model in Ukraine will provide an annual economic effect of at least one trillion hryvnias, and budget revenues will increase by approximately four hundred million hryvnias.

Scientific views on the role of Starosta (Elder) in the local government system

The article is devoted to describing and analyzing the scientific views of national scientists on the role of starosta in the system of local self-government in Ukraine. The relevance and timeliness of the study is due to the fact that the practical implementation of the idea of decentralization proves to be effective every time, while the introduction of the starosta institute has become a new historical milestone in this process. It is determined that starosta as a form of participatory democracy is an integral part of the development of the modern Ukrainian model of local self-government. The researchers’ vision of who the starosta is for the residents of a particular territorial community is presented. The article reveals the commonality of researchers’ approaches to the role of starosta as the closest representative of local self-government, as well as a communicator between the residents of the respective starosta district and local authorities. He or she also acts as an intermediary between residents and the authorities. In addition, it is believed that the starosta can consult, advise and assist in solving problems arising in the community. The purpose of creating the institution of starostas in local self-government bodies in Ukraine is emphasized. The article presents the powers of starosta as defined by the Law of Ukraine «On Local Self-Government in Ukraine». The author offers one of the scientific approaches to the classification of starosta’s functions formulated on the basis of the analysis of his/her powers. These functions are: representative; budgetary; informational; control; constituent; organizational. The study analyzes the requirements that could be mandatory for a person who plans to be a starosta. For example, age, affiliation (certain connection) with the territorial community, special education, knowledge of the basics of local self-government, experience, etc. The author outlines the areas for further scientific research on the implementation of the starosta institute. These areas include: the definition and method of regulatory consolidation of starosta’s powers, their balance and the reality of their application. It is noted that prevention of corruption is another area of scientific research, without which the implementation of the institute is impossible. It is determined that it is necessary to strengthen the positive features of the modern starosta institution, to reveal its role, to increase productivity and efficiency.

Rising Above the Battle Scars: Integrating Trauma-Focused Concepts into Clinical Supervision Using the Discrimination Model in Ukraine

Rising Above the Battle Scars: Integrating Trauma-Focused Concepts into Clinical Supervision Using the Discrimination Model in Ukraine

SEA PORT INDUSTRY OF UKRAINE: CURRENT STATE AND PROSPECTS FOR PORT DEVELOPMENT THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PORT-LANDLORD MANAGEMENT MODEL

Topicality. The port industry acts as a link in the global transport services arena and is the basis for the development of the entire economy. The ability of ports to compete in the international transport market depends not least on how the government manages this sector, and therefore the need for a comprehensive study to implement the right (effective) management model and increase the level of economic development of seaports is becoming increasingly important.Aim and tasks. The purpose of this article is to reveal the essence of the operation of maritime economic complexes management models, to understand the current state of Ukrainian ports and develop recommendations for further development of port infrastructure, taking into account the experience of the most developed EU ports.Materials and Methods. To achieve this goal, the article uses general scientific research methods, namely: methods of system analysis, methods of comparison and logical generalisation. The information sources for this study are the scientific works of domestic and foreign scientists on the problems of implementing the model of management of the maritime economic complex, analytical data and data from open sources.Research results. In today's environment, when trade between countries is gaining significant momentum, it is important to improve the port sector and its components. This is a driver for development and change in the infrastructure, especially as shipping is one of the cheapest ways to transport goods. Ukraine's stable development as an importing and exporting country depends on the state's ability to create the necessary conditions for effective changes in this area. The article emphasises the need to change the model of port infrastructure management and briefly describes each of the port management models defined in accordance with the criteria set by the World Bank. The necessity of bringing port management closer to the port-landlord model was emphasized. It is emphasised that the transition to the port-landlord model is not about the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority (hereinafter - USPA) obtaining land ownership, but about transforming the USPA into a port authority with full powers and tools to increase the competitiveness of the Ukrainian port system.Conclusion. This work proposes a set of measures aimed at qualitatively bringing the Ukrainian model closer to the practice of port management in Northwest Europe.

JUDGMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF ACADEMIC FRAUD PRACTICES BY STUDENTS OF HIGHER EDUCATION

The article outlines the conceptual foundations of the formation of academic integrity among students of higher education; the essence of the concept of academic integrity, its content in relation to the formation of personal and professional characteristics of a competent specialist was investigated; defined attitude to manifestations of academic dishonesty among students. A study of cases of violations of the principles of academic integrity in institutions of higher education was conducted. The analyzed European experience in the formation of moral and ethical behavior of the future specialist in the field of education is highlighted as a model for Ukraine regarding the fight against tolerance for manifestations of academic dishonesty in the educational process. This paper uses the concepts and definitions found in the international academic discussion on this topic. Under the synonymous concepts of "academic fraud" and "dishonest behavior" we will understand the actions of students aimed at gaining advantages in the learning process and which violate the academic norms and rules governing the educational process at the university.

Agricultural land turnover in Ukraine: New challenges and new opportunities

The experience of the market turnover of agricultural land in Ukraine has shown that untimely and insufficiently comprehensive analysis of the functioning of the land market can lead to incorrect conclusions and limit the understanding of its dynamics and impact on the country’s economic situation. The purpose of the study was to identify the main trends and indicators of the market turnover of agricultural land in Ukraine by analysing land ownership transactions. The methodological tools of the problem under study were general scientific and special methods, as well as the method of comparison and abstract and logical methods. The main results of the study are a cost and quantitative assessment of transactions of sale and purchase of ownership rights to agricultural land in Ukraine, which makes it possible to identify the main trends in the land market. Certain provisions can be used to formulate strategies for the development of land relations in Ukraine. The number and share of transactions involving the sale and purchase of ownership rights to agricultural land in the overall structure of transactions is determined. The area of land ownership rights to which were alienated through sale and purchase is determined. The author calculates the value of agricultural land depending on its remoteness from a settlement, regional location and designated purpose. Fluctuations in the value of arable land depending on their territorial location and in the overall dynamics by month are determined. The level of activity of agricultural land market participants in the country as a whole and by regions is determined. The results and trends in the market turnover of agricultural land in the territories where military operations were or are ongoing are investigated. The main key indicators of the market turnover of agricultural land are determined. Forecasts of the value of arable land in Ukraine by the end of 2023 are formed. The discrepancy between the Ukrainian model of agricultural land market turnover and the models operating in the European Union has been established. The results of the study can be used to develop ways to reorient the market turnover of agricultural land to the European principles of functioning aimed at the development of family farming as a fundamental goal of Ukraine’s agricultural policy