Support for the integration of vulnerable populations into the labor market
We conducted a detailed analysis of key integration challenges in the Ukrainian labor market most disruptive for three vulnerable populations (forced migrants, internally displaced persons, and people with disabilities). We developed the Concept for the Integration of Vulnerable Population Groups into the Labor Market, which includes proposals for legislative changes, a list of organizational measures, […]
Researching the future of work: Development of human capital in Ukraine
We assessed the potential labor shortage that Ukraine may face in the next 10 years (deficit of up to 4.5 million people). We analyzed various talent groups (internal talents in Ukraine, Ukrainian talents abroad, foreign talents), identified key challenges for each, and formed recommendations for their effective engagement and development. We developed detailed profiles for […]
We helped ally with Ukrainian IT companies to enter international markets
Together with partners (IT Ukraine Association, Civitta Ukraine), we allied with 20 Ukrainian IT companies ready for internationalization, We analyzed a large sample of potential markets for export expansion and picked three priority countries (Germany, Finland, and Norway). We analyzed the three selected markets in depth. We formed a practical Export Promotion Plan for the […]
We implemented a grant program, supporting 17 Ukrainian businesses
We developed the design of a small grant program (€10,000) for Ukrainian SMEs. We conducted a large-scale communication campaign and received 755 funding applications. We devised and launched a training program for SMEs (average participant satisfaction rating: 4.7 out of 5 points).
We provided support to the Ministry of Economy and other state stakeholders in deregulation
We assisted the cross-agency task force on economic liberalization in forming a methodology for reviews of regulatory instruments. Together with partners, we reviewed more than 1000 regulatory instruments and formed recommendations to cancel or optimize some (during the project implementation, it was decided to cancel 23% of the instruments under consideration and optimize 53%).
We calculated the Index of Economic Rule of Law for Ukraine
We defined methods for quantitative assessment of the rule of law, as well as its impact on economic development and growth in the countries of Central and Eastern Europe. We surveyed 400 enterprises in Ukraine, analyzed their perception of the impact of the rule of law adherence when doing business in Ukraine. We developed and […]
Strengthening the Capacity of CSOs to Support the EU Integration
Mapped CSOs across five key sectors (climate, agriculture, entrepreneurship, human capital, and public administration reform) and assessed their needs for engagement in the EU integration processes. Developed a series of educational resources to support CSOs, including an EU integration manual, a roadmap for enhancing their institutional capacity in EU integration, and a document outlining the […]
Advisory Group for Government Office for the Coordination of European and Euro-Atlantic Integration
Provided a detailed assessment of Ukraine’s EU integration coordination structure, identifying key bottlenecks. Analyzed the current state of operations within the Government Office for Coordination of European and Euro-Atlantic integration, evaluating its current capacity and identifying key factors hindering it. Examined the experience of the selected EU candidate states and members in organizing the work […]
Ukraine’s Path to EU Internal Market Access: A Study of Bottlenecks
Conducted an in-depth analysis of bottlenecks in the agricultural, transport, and industrial sectors, identifying key obstacles and verifying them through consultations with stakeholders, including experts, industry representatives, NGOs, the Ukrainian government, and the EU. Compiled a rating list of bottlenecks according to their impact on Ukraine’s integration into the EU internal market and developed policy […]
Analytical support of Ukrainian European integration and integration into chains of added value of the EU
Analyzed the existing negotiation frameworks for EU accession of current candidate and member states to learn from international experience and shape Ukraine’s negotiation experience based on it. Analyzed Ukraine’s potential inclusion in EU value chains by examining EU trade data to identify key product groups for replacing imports from China and Russia, determining Ukraine’s most […]