United Territorial Communities Research Articles

Inclusive Development of Rural-Urban Agglomerations of Ukraine: Capacity, Sectoral and Socio-Economic Orientation, Trends

Abstract Ukraine, as a large Central European country, because of its available natural resources, has stable traditions of agriculture. However, the unsatisfactory state of the rural socio-spatial environment, the low standard of living of the rural population do not correspond to the country's achievements in the field of agricultural production. The reform of decentralization of public power and management, launched in 2015, created prerequisites for solving not only the problems of rural development but also overcoming spatial disparities, inequality in the incomes of the rural and urban population. The article presents a view of United Territorial Communities and new districts as rural-urban agglomeration formations that differ from urban agglomerations in terms of population, resources and functions. The inclusive capacity, sectoral and socio-spatial focus, development trends of these agglomerations based on inclusiveness are determined. These processes have many common features and characteristics that are characteristic of similar socio-spatial formations of other countries, which gives the investigated problems international significance. Solving the problems formulated and solved in the article will contribute to the successful post-war reconstruction of Ukraine on an inclusive basis.

Inclusive Development of Rural-Urban Agglomerations of Ukraine: Capacity, Sectoral and Socio-Economic Orientation, Trends

Abstract Ukraine, as a large Central European country, because of its available natural resources, has stable traditions of agriculture. However, the unsatisfactory state of the rural socio-spatial environment, the low standard of living of the rural population do not correspond to the country's achievements in the field of agricultural production. The reform of decentralization of public power and management, launched in 2015, created prerequisites for solving not only the problems of rural development but also overcoming spatial disparities, inequality in the incomes of the rural and urban population. The article presents a view of United Territorial Communities and new districts as rural-urban agglomeration formations that differ from urban agglomerations in terms of population, resources and functions. The inclusive capacity, sectoral and socio-spatial focus, development trends of these agglomerations based on inclusiveness are determined. These processes have many common features and characteristics that are characteristic of similar socio-spatial formations of other countries, which gives the investigated problems international significance. Solving the problems formulated and solved in the article will contribute to the successful post-war reconstruction of Ukraine on an inclusive basis.

Peculiarities of the activities of local self-government bodies in united territorial communities under martial law

Peculiarities of the activities of local self-government bodies in united territorial communities under martial law

URBAN PLANNING FACTORS OF LAND USE MONITORING OF UNITED TERRITORIAL COMMUNITIES

There is proof that in the conditions of ensuring transformational processes, issues of formation and use of land and increasing the efficiency of their use at the local level arise. In addition, the presented processes deepen because of the reform of local self-government, which ensures the effectiveness and interaction of stakeholders. The core element in developing these relationships is the united territorial communities and land use directions and features, with consideration of the influence of factors. In the system of land relations of united territorial communities, urban planning factors that influence the development and implementation of modern monitoring tools are particularly important. The study aims to determine the urban planning factors of land use monitoring of united territorial communities. To achieve the goal, we solved the following tasks: characterisation of urban planning factors of land use monitoring and highlighting the peculiarities of the formation of urban planning factors of land use of united territorial communities. Among the peculiarities of the development of land use monitoring of united territorial communities is also the identification of a system of urban planning factors, namely the levels: development and implementation of land management projects regarding the arrangement of territories for urban planning needs; formation and application of the urban development support system; development and implementation of monitoring procedures of urban planning activities; formation and use of urban cadastre; provision of architectural and construction control; development and implementation of comprehensive plans; change in the level of construction activity in united territorial communities. We have formed local factors of urban planning support for land use monitoring of united territorial communities, with most of them determined by qualitative methods. Estimating the indicator of the change in the level of construction activity in the united territorial communities uses quantitative methods. It creates a basis for implementing monitoring procedures through the application of urban planning provision of land use of united territorial communities. Keywords: urban planning factors, land use, united territorial communities, monitoring.

Legal regulation of formation of budgets of united territorial communities as key subjects of local self-government

This article is devoted to the study of certain aspects of the formation of local self-government budgets, namely united territorial hromadas. It is summarized that the armed actions of the aggressor led to a deep economic crisis in Ukraine, which affected the financial capacity of the state as a whole and local self-government bodies, in particular.
 Attention is focused on the fact that with the beginning of a full-scale invasion, the process of approving the budget of local self-government has undergone certain changes: the heads of the respective territorial communities can dispose of the funds of local budgets only in the territory where hostilities are not conducted and the military administration of the settlement (settlements) is not formed. The amendments to the Budget Code of Ukraine related to the payment of personal income tax by military personnel are analyzed. Attention is paid to the content of these innovations, namely, to direct to the state budget revenues from the paid tax on the income of an individual from payers- military personnel. It is noted that these changes should contribute to a more efficient distribution of financial resources, in particular, to influence the state's ability to purchase drones and weapons to ensure the country's defense capability.
 Particular attention was paid to the issues of formation of local budgets, their distribution and use. It is emphasized that the process of decentralization of power, proposed by the government to meet the financial needs of hromadas, is based on local budgets, which will ensure financial independence and personalize responsibility for the consequences of ineffective management of local finances. It is emphasized that the successor of the property and duties of territorial communities are the communities themselves, but according to the innovations, the remaining funds received from the community budget over the past year will be directed to activities related to Russia's armed aggression against Ukraine.
 The article focuses on the importance of ensuring transparency in spending budget funds and the right of communities to establish their own mandatory procedures for ensuring publicity in managing local finances.

PROBLEMS AND RISKS OF DECENTRALIZATION OF POWER IN UKRAINE: REVIEW OF EXPERT OPINION

Considered opinions of the expert community of Ukraine regarding threats and risks on the way to implementing the reform of power decentralization in Ukraine. The decentralization of power and the formation of united territorial communities as the main subjects of local self-government, as well as the creation of prerequisites for their self-sufficient and economically efficient development, are unanimously recognized by domestic experts as the main vector of the modern development of the state-building system of Ukraine. Decentralization of power should become an effective tool for socio-economic development of territories, thanks to the efforts of independence of local self-government and increasing its activity, strengthening of local democracy. The inevitability of problems and risks of decentralization of power, which are objectively determined by the conditions affecting decentralization in Ukraine, is asserted. Selected problems and risks of a political, economic, socio-demographic, ecological, spatial and psychological nature. Experts separately point out the risk of using the decentralization policy for further disintegration of Ukraine in conditions of armed aggression by the Russian Federation. At the same time, the policy of decentralization in Ukraine can become an attractive alternative to Russian versions of the federalization of Ukraine.

Проєктна діяльність як інструмент розвитку об’єднаної територіальної громади

The necessity of resolving contradictions between private and public interests, personal and managerial approaches, public and national vision, and finding modern mechanisms for solving problems of local community development has been established. One of these mechanisms was the project activity of territorial communities, one of the most widespread worldwide. Such project activity increases the efficiency and effectiveness of the local community, improves the quality of public life, and strengthens its competitiveness due to its purposefulness, focus on timeliness and quality of results, and the possibility of obtaining financial resources from various sources. It has been proven that the project activity of territorial communities is an effective mechanism for their development. It is substantiated that the application of project management in the activities of territorial communities is one of the modern tools for ensuring sustainability and competitiveness. The main arguments regarding the expediency of applying the concept of project management for developing and implementing programs and projects in the field of public administration and local development are presented. Several factors that determine the need to use and the effectiveness of project management in the activities of territorial communities are considered. In a strategic plan, the project approach makes it possible to concentrate the efforts of state authorities on solving urgent problems of the future development of society in its key directions, reducing tension in the socio-political sphere by increasing the efficiency of the activities of state authorities, to establish a sustainable partnership dialogue with communities and institutions of civil society strengthening their legitimacy and resistance to internal and external threats. Keywords: project, project management, project activity, effectiveness of project activity, united territorial community, level of community readiness for project activity, strategic development of territories.

LAND MARKET: PROSPECTS OF DEVELOPMENT AND FEATURES OF PRICING

The article examines the prospects for the development of the land market and its features. It is substantiated that the need to solve the issue of rational use of agricultural lands is the basis for developing a strategy for the development of territories and united territorial communities. It has been proven that the basis of reforming in the field of land relations and the formation of an effective land market are two fundamental provisions: ensuring the proper level and quality of life of the population; support for social justice. Attention is focused on the fact that the potential of the national land fund determines opportunities and creates significant prospects, gives competitive advantages at the international level. These potential opportunities can be realized only if an effective model of property relations is developed and implemented, which provides for the balancing of the interests of land market participants and determines the place of Ukraine as a state with a stable competitive position on the world market based on rational nature management and effective use of resources in general. It is substantiated that there are little opportunities for buying and selling land resources, which can be determined by the following factors: lack of financial opportunities in the vast majority of the population, that is, a small level of ability to pay for the purchase of land; a number of issues in the field of land relations remain unsettled and unclear; insignificant level of market infrastructure development; opacity of the pricing mechanism for land resources; unwillingness of the rural population to join the processes of buying and selling land; the presence of risks related to the process of buying and selling land, etc. It was determined that the basis of reforming in the field of land relations and the formation of an effective land market are two fundamental provisions: ensuring the proper level and quality of life of the population; support for social justice. Attention is focused on the fact that the vast majority of economic sectors are related to rational land use, which determines the importance of proper coordination and regulation of the land market.

ГЕОПРОСТОРОВИЙ МОНІТОРИНГ ВИКОРИСТАННЯ ЗЕМЕЛЬ ОБ’ЄДНАНИХ ТЕРИТОРІАЛЬНИХ ГРОМАД

The relevance of research directions is proven. The goal of the research on the development and application of geospatial monitoring of land use of united territorial communities has beenachieved. Within the framework of the study, the following directions were implemented: determination of the directions for the development of geospatial monitoring of land use of the UTC; identifying the features of the use of geospatial monitoring for the use of lands of united territorial communities.For the development and implementation of geospatial monitoring of land use of united territorial communities, the following directions are proposed: modeling of general indicators of land use of united territorial communities; creation of a geodata base of land use indicators of united territorial communities taking into account spatial, urban planning, socio-economic and ecological features; the selection of the spatial basis and the binding of the determined indicators of the use of land of the UTC by regions; distribution of zones for the formation of integral and generalizing indicators of land use of the UTC by regions; carrying out an analysis of integral and generalizing indicators of land use of the UTC by regions; visual representation of the data of the analysis of integral and general indicators on the monitoring GIS map; formation of the spatial basis of the indicator of changes in gross regional product per unit area; construction of a monitoring GIS map of the indicator of changes in gross regional product per unit area; development of a monitoring GIS map of forecast values of the indicator of changes in the gross regional product per unit of area depending on changes in the integral factor of land use of the UTC.The proposed geospatial monitoring of land use of the UTC is defined as an element of scientifically based recommendations for the formation and implementation of monitoring for increasing the efficiency of land use in the context of creating conditions for regional development.Development directions for land use monitoring of united territorial communities have been determined based on the implementation of the integral assessment method, the results of mathematical modeling of land use factors and their impact on the gross regional product per unit area. A quantitative basis for monitoring the use of land of the UTC has been formed

ANALYTICAL RESEARCH OF THE RESULTS OF SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION BY THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES OF KRYVIY RIH AND STRATEGIC GOALS OF ITS ACHIEVEMENT

Objective. The objective of the study is the substantiation of the goals and principles of state programs of regional development, the identification of influencing factors on the process of developing programs of socio-economic development of the city of Kryvyi Rih, and the development of strategic directions for the effective and efficient implementation of regional development programs. Methods. When preparing the article, general and special methods of scientific research are used, in particular, the method of retrospective analysis and synthesis - to generalize the main theoretical approaches to the formation and implementation of the local socio-economic development program and the order of its development; dialectical method - for a comprehensive study of relations between state administrations and local authorities; graphoanalytical – for a schematic representation of the theoretical and practical provisions of the research; method of system analysis - to determine the priority directions of reforming the socio-economic development program by the local authorities of a specific territorial community. Results. The definition of «local program of economic and social development» is studied, in particular according to the term, as well as the concepts of «regional development program» and «budget programs», which are closely related to the local program of socio-economic development. It is proved that the principles of development of local socio-economic development programs are defined as the expected achievements based on the results of the implementation of a complex of interrelated tasks and measures aimed at solving the most important issues of the development of the united territorial community. Analytical studies of the results of the implementation of the Social Protection Program for certain categories of Kryvyi Rih residents and the dynamics of the total amount of funding under this program for 2018-2022 are out. It is determined that in order to implement the measures of the Program for the Perspective Development of Education in Kryvyi Rih for 2019-2024, free meals are provided to pupils and children from large families in general education institutions of the city, children from student families in preschool institutions of the city, children whose parents were involved or killed or went missing as a result of the events in the East of Ukraine. It is noted that culture, the financing of which is provided for by the legislation of Ukraine from the local budget, is of no less importance for the development of Kryvyi Rih in the humanitarian sphere.. Special attention is paid to the Program for the reimbursement of part of the loans provided by the association of co-owners of apartment buildings and housing and construction cooperatives for the implementation of energy-efficient measures in the housing sector for 2016-2023. It is emphasized that for the purpose of social support of all categories of citizens of Ukraine who are in the territory of the Kryvyi Rih urban territorial community, during the period of martial law in Ukraine, and to increase their social security, free travel in public municipal public transport is introduced in the city. It should be noted that the Strategic Development Plan of the city of Kryvyi Rih for the period until 2025 has been approved at the local level, based on a transformational version of the city's development, which reflects the focus on supporting the positive development vector of all spheres of the city's life, innovative renewal and diversification of the economy. It is emphasized that the chosen Strategy provides for the provision of coordinated joint actions of local executive bodies and local self-government bodies in the conditions of a military/post-war state in order to implement a unified state policy for the development of Ukraine at the district level. The authors formulate strategic directions for effective and efficient implementation of Kryvyi Rih Socio-Economic Development Program for 2023-2025 based on the principles of developing local socio-economic development programs, namely: decentralization of management; development of interregional cooperation; implementation of a system for identifying and assessing priority social problems of a certain territory; optimization of state management structures and procedures; implementation of an active resource strategy by bodies of executive power and local self-government; promotion of public activity and development of various forms of self-organization of the population; raising the level of social culture and education of employees of state administration and local authorities, deputies of all levels.

MANAGEMENT OF TERRITORIAL COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT IN MODERN CONDITIONS

The article examines the current state of organisation of management of the development of territories during military operations in Ukraine at the local, regional and state levels. The legal framework governing the functioning of communities and the creation of territorial communities in the context of decentralisation is defined. In analysing the legislation, attention is focused on the difference between the terms "community" and "territorial community". It is proved that a territorial community, as a subject of regulation of socio-economic development of the territory, is endowed with functions which generally coincide with the scope of functions of the local self-government system. Keywords: territorial community, management, local development, efficiency, united territorial community.

Mapping of landslide susceptibility using analytical hierarchy process on the example of the right bank of the Kaniv Reservoir

The study of landslide-prone areas requires the analysis of a large amount of objective data, products of remote sensing data processing (spatial images, digital terrain elevation data and analytical data on calculated indices), analytical maps based on field measurements. All these data make it possible to objectively and more accurately characterize the studied territory. It is important, based on the results of the assessment, to get a conclusion about favorable, unfavorable and dangerous areas. The result is a landslide susceptibility map. In this study, we carried out the procedure of creating a landslide susceptibility map at the regional level for the Rzhyshchiv united territorial community of the Kyiv region. Nine factors that influence the development of landslides or become indicators of landslide processes are selected. A description of the algorithm for creating a landslide susceptibility map using the method of hierarchical analysis is provided. The obtained result gives an idea of the different propensity of the areas of the studied territory to the development of landslide processes, it means the areas of the greatest threats, which contributes to the rational adoption of management decisions.

GEODETIC PLANNING IN THE AGRICULTURAL LANDSCAPE: CREATION OF DIGITAL MAPS AND MODELS FOR LAND USE OPTIMIZATION

The article is devoted to the topical issue of geodetic planning in agro-landscape and its importance for efficient land use. The authors review modern methods and technologies for creating digital maps and models of agricultural landscapes based on the use of geographic information systems and aerial photography from unmanned aerial vehicles. Modern new approaches to geodetic planning within agrolandscapes are investigated. The requirements of the agricultural sector for digital mapping and modeling for the optimal use of land resources are determined. The tools for the formation of digital maps of agro-territories of united territorial communities are substantiated. Proposals for the use of geodetic methods for effective agro-landscape planning are formulated. The main attention is paid to the practical significance of the data obtained for optimizing land use, planning agricultural operations and rational use of land resources. The studied approaches and developments can be useful for farmers, landowners, ecologists and specialists in the field of geodesy. In the course of the study, a methodology and procedure for mapping agricultural landscapes using GIS and aerial survey materials using UAVs were developed. This methodology made it possible to obtain high-quality images of agricultural landscapes and develop a cartographic model in GIS based on them. The approach was successfully tested on the example of the selected model area near the ATC. The created digital map and database are promising for further research of agricultural landscapes. The research clearly shows that the data obtained as a result of UAV surveys is a high-quality source of reliable information. Aerial photography allows you to quickly create an accurate digital terrain model, which can serve as the basis for geographic information systems in the development of a number of thematic maps and terrain models important for the agricultural sector. The geographic information system makes it possible to visualize the main elements of agricultural landscapes as separate layers (e.g., relief, soil-forming rocks) with appropriate detailing of their characteristics in attribute tables. By combining different data sources, GIS allows you to create detailed maps of the agro-ecological conditions of a particular area. GIS can also be used to store information on field work, yields and other indicators, which ensures the rational management of agricultural processes on land plots.

CLASSIFICATION OF ARCHITECTURAL MONUMENTS OF TERRITORIAL COMMUNITIES OF THE CARPATHIAN REGION

The article is devoted to studying ways to classify architectural monuments of territorial communities of the Carpathian region. The study’s relevance is due to the active development of the Carpathian region, which leads to an increase in the importance and need to preserve cultural heritage sites located on its territory. The article aims to classify the architectural monuments of the amalgamated territorial communities of Prykarpattia to preserve, study, and properly use them in the context of the active development of this region. To achieve this goal, we solved several tasks: defined the essence of the concept of ‘architectural monument’ and the most common ways of classifying architectural monuments; classified architectural monuments of the united territorial communities of Prykarpattia; determined the role of classification in the preservation, study, and proper use of architectural monuments of this region and the country as a whole. The study used general scientific methods of cognition: induction and deduction, analysis and synthesis, association and analogy. The study found that architectural monuments are classified by status, type, and purpose. The classification of architectural monuments of the territorial communities of Prykarpattia is essential for their preservation, protection, and determination of cultural and historical significance. To date, many of these sites are in unsatisfactory and close to critical condition and, therefore, require urgent emergency and conservation work. The implementation of these measures is complicated by problems existing in the state system of protection of cultural heritage sites. These problems include the imperfection of existing registers, reduced funding, and the lack of a comprehensive state program of action for the protection, preservation, maintenance, use, conservation, restoration, rehabilitation, and museumification of cultural heritage sites. Their classification can partially solve these problems. The practical significance of the study lies in the possibility of applying the results obtained to develop and improve strategies for the preservation, study, and proper use of architectural monuments of the communities of Prykarpattia. Keywords: architectural monument, united territorial community, cultural heritage, UNESCO, State Register of Immovable Monuments.

MONITORING OF LAND USE AT THE REGIONAL LEVEL: THEORETICAL PROVISIONS AND FEATURES OF IMPLEMENTATION

The article identifies problematic aspects of the formation and implementation of land use monitoring at the regional level. As a result of the analysis of theoretical provisions, the author’s definition of monitoring of land use of amalgamated territorial communities is proposed, and the main directions of its implementation are determined. Keywords: monitoring of land use, united territorial communities, regional level, geoinformation systems.

Geoinformation analysis of the united territorial communities land use

Geoinformation analysis of the united territorial communities land use

Patterns of the formation of the architecture of commercial establishments of small settlements of the Lviv region

The peculiarity of the Lviv region as a tourist center has an impact on the formation of public buildings and directly on commercial establishments. A number of factors affecting the architecture and economic development of stores change every day. The study of trade establishments of small settlements opens up an opportunity for the creation of modern models of shops and markets characteristic of the Lviv region with subsequent implementation in real construction. The analysis and classification of commercial establishments in the Lviv region makes it possible to establish several types of buildings - according to the nature of the location in the urban structure of settlements, according to architectural and planning solutions, constructive qualities and marketing features. Large commercial establishments located on the outskirts of Lviv satisfy the needs of buyers and have a logical layout, are equipped with appropriate engineering equipment, parking spaces and entrances, stand out with a modern exterior devoid of individuality. Shops on the territory of the settlements practically do not meet the accepted principles from a constructive, stylistic and normative point of view. Most often, these are buildings erected in the previous century, which need renovation for further operation. In order to identify optimal options for the design and development of retail establishments, it is advisable to pay attention to local traditions in architecture and everyday life, at the same time as established patterns in consumer needs and favorable investment development. The study of trade establishments in the context of urban planning features and the needs of the population highlights clear directions for improving the rural environment not only for local residents, but also for tourists. The study of architectural and planning solutions of trade establishments of united territorial communities of the Lviv region is important: for the development of the region's economy; improvement of the cultural and household infrastructure of settlements in territorial communities; creating additional jobs and improving the quality of life in remote villages.

Benevolence in the functioning system of united territorial communities: communication and management elements

The subject of the study is ensuring integrity in the system of functioning of united territorial communities. The purpose of the article is to study the degree of compliance with integrity in the system of administrative and communicative functioning of the OTG in wartime conditions. Research methods. In order to solve the research tasks, methods of analysis, synthesis, and generalization were used, which made it possible to ensure the conceptual unity of the research. Work results. The article examines the ability of local self-government bodies to adhere to the principles of integrity in their work in all its manifestations, both at the managerial and communicative levels, taking into account the peculiarities of wartime. They tried to consider integrity in the activities of the OTG in the context of avoiding double standards, resisting corruption, maximally assisting people in receiving services, developinga mechanism of stability in overcoming crisis phenomena, ensuring a people-centered way of communication and maximum informational openness about management activities and financial expenses. Conclusions. Virtue as a basic principle of the operation of the OTG in war conditions works quite positivelyin the system of regulating numerous crises related to migration and evacuation processes, in relation to internally displaced persons, etc. There are many problems with compliance with the principles of integrity in the field of "open communities" formation, which is connected with honest interaction with donors and humanitarian missions; compliance with norms of decency in the system of using financial resources also requires attention. Norms of integrity are the basis of the new model of governance, therefore the leadership of the OTG in wartime conditions should apply the recommendations of the "new governance", which includes: predictableand joint governance to solve extremely difficult situations; application of the mechanisms of a transparent and responsible attitude to the implementation of strategic planning for reconstruction and development in the postwar period; ensuring the participation of active citizens in the redistribution of state resources at the local level; application of "new ways of thinking in the context of policy formation, which include an orientation towards flexibility rather than stability, towards networks rather than hierarchies, towards partnerships rather than client services in relations between citizens and the state" [1]

FINANCIAL SECURITY OF THE TERRITORIES OF UKRAINE IN MODERN CONDITIONS: REGIONAL ASPECT

The article examines the peculiarities of financing regions, cities, and united territorial communities in the conditions of martial law. Sources of funding of the territories are given, which are defined as: tax revenues, state subsidies, subventions, the State Fund for Regional Development, international loans, grants, participation in international projects, programs, sponsorship support. Their structure and changes caused by the war are analyzed. It was determined that the lion’s share of local budgets, on average 70%, is made up of tax revenues. Another 25% are state transfers. The causes of significant economic disparities in the development of the country’s territories have been determined. The impact of migration processes, business relocation on the development of regions as a whole and the filling of local budgets, in particular, is analyzed. Factors affecting the amount of funding for the functioning and development of regions, cities, and communities are given. In particular, the influence of preferential taxation on the filling of local budgets was considered. Changes in the principle of operation of the budget equalization system due to martial law are analyzed and presented. It was studied how the principles, sources and objects of funding of the regions changed during the martial law. The primary objects of financing were: the Armed Forces of Ukraine (assistance in material and technical support), territorial defense, internally displaced persons, citizen security (organization and arrangement of shelters), relocated business. It has been determined what advantages and opportunities have opened up for local self-government thanks to the Law of Ukraine No. 2390 “On Amendments to Chapter VI “Final and Transitional Provisions” of the Budget Code of Ukraine regarding strengthening the flexibility of local budgets and increasing the efficiency of decision-making.” New rules for the distribution of funds from the state regional development fund were considered. It was determined that the population size and the GRP indicator used to be the indicators by which the norms for the distribution of finances were formed. In 2023, the distribution of funds from the fund is planned to be carried out according to the following principle: 50% of the funds of the fund will be distributed among all regions of Ukraine in equal parts, the other 50% will be distributed equally among the 11 regions of Ukraine that were most affected by military actions. The essence and prospects of financing the development of territories thanks to partner projects were studied.

Digitalization of social services

Introduction. United territorial communities implementing their social functions form a system of providing social support and assistance to various population categories. Their obligations in social security, including the provision of social services, are enshrined in the commitments and guarantees of ensuring human rights. Social services are the initial fundamental element of social protection aimed at prevention, minimization, or overcoming difficult life circumstances. The purpose of the paper is to justify the need and further use of digital technologies in providing social services, outlining the ways and recommendations for their application to increase social services' efficiency in modern conditions. The results. The article examines the features of the digitalization of social services in the conditions of new economic and social challenges in Ukraine. The essence of social services and the prerequisites for their provision have been studied. The necessity, purpose, and tasks of the digital transformation strategy of the social sphere are outlined. The concept of the Register of providers and recipients of social services, a subsystem of the Unified Information System of the social sphere, is defined, and its advantages are highlighted. The benefits of using a single information system of the social sphere for recipients of social services, their providers, and united territorial communities are outlined. Conclusions. Digitization of the sphere of social services is designed to ensure high-quality interaction between the state and citizens, increase the protection of personal data and speed up the provision of services, as well as eliminate bureaucratic obstacles. Digitization of the sphere of social services will allow: to improve the mechanisms of informing citizens about the complete list of social services, to upgrade the quality of social services provision, and ensure the expansion of social services.