RESILIENT GOVERNANCE AND QUALITY OF LIFE AMID WAR: PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION CHALLENGES IN UKRAINE

Olena Korolchuk

Resumo


The ongoing war in Ukraine has placed extraordinary strain on the country's public administration (PA) systems and their ability to safeguard quality of life (QoL). This study explores how Ukrainian PA has adapted to crisis conditions, drawing on a mixed-methods approach including documentary analysis, comparative review, and empirical data from interviews and surveys. Findings reveal significant disruptions to public services, rising socioeconomic disparities, and severe demographic shifts, particularly among displaced populations. Despite these challenges, localized successes in adaptive governance - driven by digital integration and decentralized decision-making - offer valuable insights. The research underscores the urgent need for systemic PA reforms that prioritize resilience, enhance service delivery, and incorporate QoL metrics in policy planning. Recommendations include expanding digital governance, stabilizing labor markets, and aligning public policy with both immediate humanitarian needs and long-term reconstruction goals. The study contributes to global discussions on effective governance in conflict settings and the essential role of PA in sustaining societal well-being during times of war.

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resilience, institutional reform, digital transformation, internally displaced persons, human security

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5102/rbpp.v15i3.10079

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