The "quadrum" stage of the Chernihiv Music and Drama Theater is empty; every step on the parquet echoes with a dull thud, cracks run along the walls, and the luxurious auditorium is covered with a thick film. We protect it from dust, and sometimes the plaster still crumbles - explains Serhiy Moisienko, who has been the head of the theater for almost ten years. - People don't work in the theater; they serve, even the directors.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Film15_f9cd1b4357.png" alt="Film15.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Film15_f9cd1b4357.png 245w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Film15_f9cd1b4357.png 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Film15_f9cd1b4357.png 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Film15_f9cd1b4357.png 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He smiles and recalls how he has tried to do everything he could to make it cozy and aesthetically pleasing, to make actors want to create, and to make people come.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Before russia's full-scale invasion, the theater's troupe included 186 people: actors, musicians, and stagehands. The artistic director was Andriy Bakirov, one of the most sought-after theater directors in the country. They had performances and tours all over Ukraine and grateful audiences. All the efforts seemed to be finally justified, and the theater would have a bright future ahead.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The war changed the plans. Part of the troupe left the city surrounded by the enemy, some joined the Armed forces to defend Ukraine, and the theater became a temporary shelter for many Chernihiv residents. Even after the liberation of the Chernihiv region in April 2022, the resumption of the theater season seemed inappropriate. The damaged city had to resume everyday life, bring people back home, and get used to the new conditions.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Film13_7780df09cb.png" alt="Film13.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Film13_7780df09cb.png 245w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Film13_7780df09cb.png 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Film13_7780df09cb.png 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Film13_7780df09cb.png 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - But even when everything here was complicated and depressing: houses were destroyed, roads were broken, trolleybus lines were torn, some people still came to the theater underground, communicated with each other through social networks, and held creative meetings, - recalls Serhiy Moisienko.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The troupe gathered for the first rehearsals in August 2022, and in September, the first play was performed at the Chernihiv Music and Drama Theater. It was a sold-out performance. The theater gave Chernihiv residents hope and saved them. On August 19, 2023, the townspeople came to save the theater. At about 11:30 am, a russian Iskander cruise missile hit the building.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Film1_146886e3df.png" alt="Film1.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Film1_146886e3df.png 245w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Film1_146886e3df.png 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Film1_146886e3df.png 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Film1_146886e3df.png 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The roof was destroyed, the facade, equipment, and decorations were damaged, almost all the windows were smashed, and the auditorium was damaged. - I could see the sun from our stage on the parquet, -says Serhiy Moisienko. - There were no windows and doors, the plaster was on the floor, the auditorium roof was destroyed, and the sky was visible. There was such an internal stupor, just no emotions, just numbness and an attempt to analyze, think, think, think how to get out of this situation.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <iframe width="1000" height="562" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wDWRzrrnusM?si=uDBOQEvWxfiojsHo" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>&nbsp; Emergency workers, theater employees, and Chernihiv residents immediately joined in the rubble removal. Over 150 people gathered the day after the shelling for a cleanup and continued to come every day as long as needed despite the danger of collapses.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; After the building was cleaned and inspected by the relevant services, it was declared an emergency, with 70% of the theater's premises unusable. But this did not stop the life of the Chernihiv Music and Drama Theater.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Film11_23f426a7ce.png" alt="Film11.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Film11_23f426a7ce.png 245w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Film11_23f426a7ce.png 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Film11_23f426a7ce.png 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Film11_23f426a7ce.png 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The theater held its first rehearsal on August 22, the fourth day after the missile attack. The season was started almost on schedule on October 6, with the premiere of Sin by Volodymyr Vynnychenko. At the same time, the theater began to undergo the first repairs. The roof and walls needed immediate conservation to preserve the building and its interior before the autumn and winter. Initially, the theater installed new windows, replaced the doors, and decorated the entrance gallery for visitors' safety.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Film4_2ee0a5f4ad.png" alt="Film4.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Film4_2ee0a5f4ad.png 245w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Film4_2ee0a5f4ad.png 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Film4_2ee0a5f4ad.png 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Film4_2ee0a5f4ad.png 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The International Fund, "Partnership for a Strong Ukraine," the French Agency for International Technical Expertise in France, and the Center for Art Assistance to Ukraine (Germany) were involved in the restoration of the building. In October 2023, during a working visit to Chernihiv, British Ambassador to Ukraine Martin Harris announced plans to provide 93,000 pounds to restore the drama theater.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; These conservation works, not the final ones, will allow the theater to function stably.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; - We are currently looking for a donor to produce project documentation; given that it is an architectural monument, there should be a restoration project. There are decorative stucco moldings everywhere and unique arched roof vault systems, and they need to be restored, so there is much work to be done, - says Serhiy Moisienko.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Film7_bf08dd4c98.png" alt="Film7.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Film7_bf08dd4c98.png 245w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Film7_bf08dd4c98.png 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Film7_bf08dd4c98.png 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Film7_bf08dd4c98.png 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; After a detailed examination, the final budget for restoring the Chernihiv Music and Drama Theater will be formed.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The project is added to the DREAM ecosystem - https://bit.ly/3SHghLkThe DREAM Project Office created the material within the GIZ Ukraine Sustainable Society Cluster framework, funded by the German Government and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.

The story of the restoration of the Chernihiv Regional Academic Ukrainian Drama Theater named after Taras Shevchenko

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Restoration projects: Chernihiv Drama Theater

Irpin is one of the settlements in the Kyiv region that suffered the most during the full-scale invasion. The community suffered significant damage to eight schools, eleven kindergartens, and four institutions, including the Children's and Youth Sports School, the Irpin City Stadium "Champion," the Irpin Center for Out-of-School Education, and the Inclusive Resource Center. The Radist kindergarten was the most affected among all the kindergartens in the Irpin community.The kindergarten, which was one of the largest in the community with about 400 children and 65 employees, had been operating since 1985 before being impacted by the invasion.In March 2022, the kindergarten was repeatedly shelled by russians, and a direct hit caused a fire that damaged the roof. Water seeped inside and damaged a significant part of the building. As a result of the repeated shelling, explosions, and fire, the institution was damaged by 75%.After the de-occupation of Irpin, dozens of international delegations visited the city and had the opportunity to see the destruction caused to the community with their own eyes. The delegations from the Republic of Lithuania were among them. Shocked by the consequences of the aggression, Lithuanians immediately offered to help restore the kindergarten.<img class="image_resized" style="width:92.33%;" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Sadik15_0f41bfb1e0.jpg" alt="Sadik15.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Sadik15_0f41bfb1e0.jpg 245w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Sadik15_0f41bfb1e0.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Sadik15_0f41bfb1e0.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Sadik15_0f41bfb1e0.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px">In August 2022, the Lithuanian government chose four pilot projects to restore Ukraine, and Radist kindergarten was selected as one of them. The Lithuanians stressed that during negotiations with the Ukrainian side, they received a clear message that social and critical infrastructure were prioritized for restoration. That's why they assisted in restoring the kindergarten.The Irpin City Council and the Government of Lithuania signed the agreement to finance the restoration of the kindergarten and provide the necessary equipment. The project budget amounted to EUR 4.9 million. This sum was allocated by the Lithuanian Fund for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid.The Lithuanian Government, the Irpin City Council team, and the Irpin Recovery Fund worked together to implement the project, which was supervised by the Central Project Management Agency (CPVA). As a tribute to the Lithuanian people's assistance, the institution was renamed Ruta, which is symbolic in Ukrainian and Lithuanian mythology. The word "Ruta" has the same meaning and sound in both languages. Moreover, the exterior design of the kindergarten features the colors of the Ukrainian and Lithuanian flags.President of Lithuania Gitanas Nausėda: "Lithuania and all its people support Ukraine. The Government of Lithuania has already provided Ukraine with more than EUR 1 billion for restoration, military and humanitarian needs. Help is also coming from non-governmental and private organizations. It is very nice to see such a wonderful kindergarten, I can only imagine how happy the children will be here. I also like the name of the kindergarten - "Ruta" - it is highly symbolic. When children see this name and the Lithuanian flag, I believe, they will think of a country where many people who love Ukraine live."However, the reconstruction of the kindergarten is not just a matter of new building. It means 400 children will have a space to study for the new school year. Even when the reconstruction work was just underway, the electronic registration queue for the kindergarten exceeded the availability of the institution: the residents of Irpin were waiting for the opening. Thanks to the reconstruction of the kindergarten, parents can work while their children study. Such projects bring life back to the community, which russia tried to ruin.Oleksandr Kubrakov, Deputy Prime Minister for Restoration of Ukraine - Minister for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development of Ukraine, thanked the Government of Lithuania for their support, calling the project an example of Ukraine's cooperation with international partners in the restoration area: "The restoration of educational facilities is currently one of the top priorities. It gives the community residents the possibility to do their job, knowing that their children are in a modern kindergarten with all the necessary equipment and a shelter. The kindergarten project must be added to the DREAM - digital restoration ecosystem for accountable management. This will enable anyone to access the project description, primary budget parameters, and construction stages. The kindergarten project sets an exemplary standard for community initiatives and planning, as well as equipment. In addition, it serves as proof that communities can independently attract international support for restoration projects, and the DREAM ecosystem will help them achieve it."The project took a year to complete. The rebuilt kindergarten was opened before the school year started, on August 24, 2023, on Ukraine's Independence Day.Mante Makauskaitė, Advisor to the Chancellor of the Government of Lithuania, recalls: "When we were about to select the first objects for reconstruction, we consulted with Ukrainian partners, institutions, and municipalities. Opening a kindergarten one year later is symbolic and political at the same time. I think that in wartime, this is a pretty quick job, and we are pleased with the cooperation of the local administration and the companies that worked on this facility. I think everybody was very motivated to do it as quickly as possible."<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kgig1dTWIbo?si=XbIXW6BvGc3Pu2li" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>After the renovation work, the Ruta kindergarten has a new modern building with an area of over 4,500 m2 and three floors instead of two. The kindergarten will be able to accommodate about 400 children organized into 13 groups. The building has music and sports halls, spaces for additional classes, modern sports, and playgrounds. Children with special educational needs will be provided with all the necessary conditions for education and upbringing (ramp, resource room, educational equipment). The shelter with modern ventilation and warning systems, bathrooms, recreation areas, and game materials is equipped in the basement. The new shelter was tested during its grand opening on Independence Day. During the air raid, children and parents, as well as guests of the ceremony, came down to the shelter, and activities like games and reading were organized for the children.<img class="image_resized" style="width:90.69%;" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Sadik_S_fb68cc4a4a.jpg" alt="SadikS.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Sadik_S_fb68cc4a4a.jpg 245w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Sadik_S_fb68cc4a4a.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Sadik_S_fb68cc4a4a.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Sadik_S_fb68cc4a4a.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px">Apart from providing funding, the Lithuanian government took the responsibility of implementing the project. The Central Project Management Agency (CPVA) of Lithuania, which has been operational in Ukraine since 2014, collaborated with the local administration to accomplish the reconstruction of the kindergarten. The Agency faced several challenges, as the project aimed to rebuild the kindergarten on the "build back better" principle, which included incorporating energy efficiency, modern materials, and technologies. Moreover, the work had to be completed within a limited timeframe, with limited resources.Arturas Žarnovskis, CPMA Co-Create Future of Ukraine Programme Manager, Lithuania, says: "It was a very ambitious plan to implement this project by September 1. But all the participants felt like one team with a common goal. It is very important to say that we cannot wait until the war is over to rebuild. People need to live now, children need to go to kindergarten now, they can't wait. And the local community needs to see the result and know that life can become normal again."Restoration means construction and equipment. To support and inspire the kindergarten teachers, Lithuanian partners organized a working trip to Lithuania for them to share experiences, teaching methodologies, and networks.Ksenia Katryach, director of the kindergarten, shares her impressions: "During our recent initiative, we established a pedagogical partnership with Lithuania. A group of 34 teachers from the Irpin community visited Lithuania to observe both municipal and private preschools. This experience allowed us to compare education systems between Lithuania and Ukraine and identify valuable insights we can apply in our work. Overall, it was an extremely informative and beneficial trip".Artūras Žarnovskis added that although the project is completed in terms of construction, it is just beginning. After all, the new generation of Ukraine will be brought up here, in Ruta kindergarten.Ruslan Kravchenko, Head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration, emphasizes: "The future of every nation depends on its children. Our responsibility is to provide them with a calm and peaceful childhood. We are grateful to partners like Lithuania who support our efforts to restore the country and make plans for the future. Such support sends a clear message to other countries and international partners: it is crucial to rebuild Ukraine now."Ukraine's cooperation with Lithuania will not stop at the kindergarten. The Central Project Management Agency (CPVA) and the State Agency for the Restoration of Ukraine are working on several initiatives, including the School of the Future for Ukraine. This is the development of an adaptive technical design project for the construction of new schools. An international architectural competition aims to select the best reuse project that can be used by both Ukrainian institutions and international partners in the restoration process. Lithuanian partners emphasize that the project will accelerate the process of building new schools and attracting donors, and will save precious time for Ukrainian children to return to full-time education. The Lithuanian Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid Fund has already allocated EUR 16 million for the restoration of Ukraine.

To rebuild in a year, to keep to the plan and commitments. Ruta Kindergarten in Irpin, Kyiv region, was rebuilt and reopened with the assistance of the government of the Republic of Lithuania after being destroyed by rocket attacks, which demolished 75% of the original building. In just one year, the kindergarten, formerly known as Radist, has been transformed into a state-of-the-art educational institution that adheres to safety and inclusivity standards.
 
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Successful restoration: Ruta Kindergarten in Irpin

The factory kitchen "ГотуЇмо" in Bucha is the first pilot project within the framework of School Nutrition Reform. The factory was constructed with the financial support of the American philanthropist Howard G. Buffett. The launch of the project made it possible to provide balanced school lunches to about 7,500 pupils daily, which significantly optimized the process of food organization in the community's educational facilities.

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Фабрика-кухня «ГотуЇмо» в Бучі – це перший пілотний проєкт в межах реформи шкільного харчування. Будівництво фабрики відбулося за фінансової підтримки американського мецената Говарда Г. Баффета. Запуск проєкту дозволив щодня забезпечувати збалансованими шкільними обідами близько 7500 учнів, що значно оптимізувало процес організації харчування в закладах освіти громади.

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Construction of factory kitchen: Bucha

There is no coincidence that the Rivne region leads these projects. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the region has received thousands of wounded and internally displaced people, and the hospital in Klevan has unique experience in dealing with the most severe injuries.&nbsp;&nbsp; Construction of a medical and rehabilitation building for war veterans&nbsp;&nbsp; Project in DREAM - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/4ilsFKZ">https://bit.ly/4ilsFKZ</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/gospital_zagalnij_d4359c8af2.png" alt="госпіталь (загальний).png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_gospital_zagalnij_d4359c8af2.png 245w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_gospital_zagalnij_d4359c8af2.png 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_gospital_zagalnij_d4359c8af2.png 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_gospital_zagalnij_d4359c8af2.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> &nbsp; Since 2018, the Rivne Regional Hospital for War Veterans has been providing care to patients with severe brain and spinal injuries. It was one of the first to develop a comprehensive approach to medical and psychological rehabilitation of military personnel. Due to the increase in the number of patients, it was decided to expand the facilities.&nbsp;&nbsp; The new building will have an admission department that can accommodate 150 patients per day, an intensive care unit with 32 beds, 3 operating rooms, and an inpatient department with 22 beds. The project includes constructing a rehabilitation center,&nbsp; shelter, and helipad. It will not only increase the facility's capacity but also improve the conditions for patient care.&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/korpus1_883b6c40f1.jpeg" alt="корпус1.jpeg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_korpus1_883b6c40f1.jpeg 208w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_korpus1_883b6c40f1.jpeg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_korpus1_883b6c40f1.jpeg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_korpus1_883b6c40f1.jpeg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> &nbsp; "The construction of the new building will allow us to significantly increase our ability to treat the military and be on par with leading European medical institutions. The townhouse space will allow the military to undergo rehabilitation and spend time with their families, which is part of their psycho-emotional rehabilitation," said Oleksandr Koval, the Head of the Rivne Regional Administration.&nbsp;&nbsp; Construction of the new building began in 2022. The project's total budget is over UAH 1 billion 304 million. In 2025, the project will be financed at the expense of a subvention from the state budget to local budgets for public investment projects in the healthcare sector. According to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 312 dated 18.03.2025, funding in the amount of UAH 700 million was approved.&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/korpus_3_b8c84d9254.jpg" alt="корпус 3.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_korpus_3_b8c84d9254.jpg 245w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_korpus_3_b8c84d9254.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_korpus_3_b8c84d9254.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_korpus_3_b8c84d9254.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px">According to Oleksandr Koval, head of the Rivne Regional Administrative Body, including a project in DREAM is a key condition for receiving state funding. Implementing the DREAM system is crucial for attracting resources, building trust, and achieving sustainable development.&nbsp;&nbsp; Construction of the SINE MURALIBUS cottage town&nbsp;&nbsp; The SINE MURALIBUS modular town project, included in the DREAM system, was also successfully implemented on the hospital's territory to provide comfortable conditions for the military during rehabilitation. Its implementation lasted from September 2024 to the present.&nbsp;&nbsp; Project in DREAM - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/4jwng56">https://bit.ly/4jwng56</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/zagalnij_plan_90862da7e5.png" alt="загальний план.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_zagalnij_plan_90862da7e5.png 245w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_zagalnij_plan_90862da7e5.png 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_zagalnij_plan_90862da7e5.png 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_zagalnij_plan_90862da7e5.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> &nbsp; As part of the initiative, 10 cottages were installed. Two people can stay here at the same time. Each house is equipped with autonomous heating, a kitchen, a living room, two separate bedrooms, a bathroom, and a spacious terrace.&nbsp; All housing is designed with the needs of people with disabilities in mind: ramps, wide doorways, handrails, comfortable bathrooms, and adapted security systems with visual and vibration signals are provided.&nbsp;&nbsp; One of the important features of this space is the possibility of temporary accommodation for military personnel with their families. This model of gradual adaptation to home conditions positively affects patients' psychological state and speeds up their recovery.&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/inklyuzivnist_cc107316f9.png" alt="інклюзивність.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_inklyuzivnist_cc107316f9.png 245w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_inklyuzivnist_cc107316f9.png 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_inklyuzivnist_cc107316f9.png 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_inklyuzivnist_cc107316f9.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> &nbsp; Since the first months of the full-scale war, Rivne region has become a place of refuge for many people. The hospital in Klevan is not just a medical facility, but a center of experience, support and adaptation. The hospital is developing a medical infrastructure that helps people get back to life.&nbsp;&nbsp; The SINE MURALIBUS modular town was implemented jointly by the Rivne Regional Military Administration, the Regional Council, and Nova Post. The total budget is over UAH 30 million.&nbsp;&nbsp; "These houses are fully inclusive - they provide accessibility, comfort, and convenience for patients with the consequences of traumatic brain and spinal injuries, as well as amputations. The campus has a nurse's post that arrives promptly if necessary. Every patient has the nurse's phone number and can ask for help at any time," said Andriy Burachyk, hospital director.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/budinki_418e7b4076.png" alt="будинки.png" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_budinki_418e7b4076.png 245w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_budinki_418e7b4076.png 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_budinki_418e7b4076.png 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_budinki_418e7b4076.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> &nbsp; The DREAM ecosystem tracks all processes, ensuring transparency and accountability at every stage of project implementation.&nbsp;&nbsp; <iframe width="1000" height="520" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mEjAo677IIA?si=zChwM6tQKzYmqzSd" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>

Two large-scale projects are being implemented at the Rivne regional hospital for war veterans. The first is constructing a new modern medical building, and the second is building SINE MURALIBUS cottages. Both aim to create better conditions for soldiers' rehabilitation after injuries.

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Rehabilitation opportunities for military: construction of new medical facilities and cottages in Rivne region 

Representatives of communities and local authorities from Zhytomyr, Kyiv, and Cherkasy regions gathered in the capital of Ukraine to learn from primary sources about the peculiarities of implementing the Public Investment Management (PIM) reform, specifically its essence, stages of implementation, and benefits for communities. The series of events was initiated by the Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine and the DREAM Project Office with the support of UNDP and the Government of Japan. The meeting in Kyiv completed the first part of a series of reform explanation events for communities and regions. Practical sessions will resume after the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2025, which will take place in Rome on July 10-11. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_05313_4fb5906294.jpg" alt="DSC05313.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_05313_4fb5906294.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_05313_4fb5906294.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_05313_4fb5906294.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_05313_4fb5906294.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> Approximately 400 participants, including representatives from the Ministry for Development and the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, as well as the Zhytomyr, Cherkasy, and Kyiv regional administrations, the Kyiv City Administration, the DREAM Project Office, the public, experts, and international partners, attended the event. The agenda included the importance of strategic planning, the legislative framework that regulates changes, and the necessity of establishing a management structure at both the local and regional levels. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_05356_b12ab0cd53.jpg" alt="DSC05356.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_05356_b12ab0cd53.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_05356_b12ab0cd53.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_05356_b12ab0cd53.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_05356_b12ab0cd53.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_05379_4b4508d177.jpg" alt="DSC05379.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_05379_4b4508d177.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_05379_4b4508d177.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_05379_4b4508d177.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_05379_4b4508d177.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> Oleksii Riabykin, Deputy Minister for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine, noted that the PIM reform provides for a conscious approach to spending budget funds, directing them to projects that are truly important to people. The PIM reform establishes mechanisms and a system that will provide future access to European structural funds. "In July, communities and regions will start preparing their medium-term plans for priority public investments (MIPs) based on their development strategies. Planning is the first stage of reform implementation, providing further preparation and groundwork for projects. The MIP outlines the priority areas of public investment for the next three years, along with the estimated financial requirements for their implementation. We must clearly define what we need and the amount of money required. Our international partners are ready to provide funds. Still, our need must be justified in terms of cost, implementation time, number of users of infrastructure and services, and other criteria," emphasized Oleksii Ryabykin. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_05303_166c5cf3b7.jpg" alt="DSC05303.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_05303_166c5cf3b7.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_05303_166c5cf3b7.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_05303_166c5cf3b7.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_05303_166c5cf3b7.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> Olena Ursu, Team Leader of the Democratic Governance and Inclusive Society Project at UNDP Ukraine, thanked the representatives of communities and regions for their work on the ground. She noted that it is essential for the UNDP to enhance the institutional capacity of communities and their ability to manage data, including through the DREAM ecosystem. Through the use of digital tools, processes become transparent and accountable, which increases the responsibility of all stakeholders and promotes better coordination of financial and technical assistance. Equally important is the involvement of people in the lives of their communities and the state. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_05420_bfeb85a099.jpg" alt="DSC05420.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_05420_bfeb85a099.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_05420_bfeb85a099.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_05420_bfeb85a099.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_05420_bfeb85a099.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> During the presentation of the general logic of the reform, Inna Stets, Chief Operation Officer of the DREAM Project Office, outlined the key tasks for implementing the reform at the community and regional levels. She also emphasized that the algorithms and functionality of the DREAM ecosystem are being updated to reflect the new regulatory framework and innovative approaches to public investment management. This is done to help communities avoid mistakes in the preparation and work with investment projects. "It is important that all project preparation processes will be unified under the PIM reform and that investment projects themselves will be placed in the same ecosystem. Thanks to DREAM, priority investment areas become visible to all stakeholders. The legislation requires new approaches to project development based on the logic of public investment management reform. The transformation is not easy, but the DREAM Project Office is making every effort to adapt to change more comfortably. Our service managers, managers of the DREAM Training Academy, are ready to provide support and accompany communities and ACOs on the path of change," said Inna Stets. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_05485_0248f71c24.jpg" alt="DSC05485.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_05485_0248f71c24.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_05485_0248f71c24.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_05485_0248f71c24.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_05485_0248f71c24.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> For his part, Vitaliy Khvorostyanyi, DREAM's Partner and User Relations Manager, focused on the main emphases and stages of training of local and regional MIPs. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_05742_a2e4a84b28.jpg" alt="DSC05742.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_05742_a2e4a84b28.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_05742_a2e4a84b28.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_05742_a2e4a84b28.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_05742_a2e4a84b28.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> DREAM Academy Training Manager Nadiya Kovalska discussed the institutional support for implementing the reform at the local and regional levels. In particular, the creation of special bodies and structural units that will be responsible for preparing a medium-term plan, evaluating and prioritizing projects, forming sectoral portfolios and the SPP. Nadiia emphasized that the Academy and the entire DREAM project office team are ready to provide methodological and technical support to users, helping them master the changes more quickly. Nadiia Kovalska also presented the structure of PIPs and public investment programs to the participants. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_05553_52fc366355.jpg" alt="DSC05553.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_05553_52fc366355.jpg 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_05553_52fc366355.jpg 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_05553_52fc366355.jpg 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_05553_52fc366355.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> The meetings aim to strengthen the capacity of communities and prepare them for changes in approaches to working with public investments, as well as to receive feedback and suggestions for improving the implementation process of the reform. The event was organized jointly by the Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine, the DREAM Project Office, and the Open Contracting Partnership with the assistance of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Ukraine within the framework of the UNDP-European Union flagship partnership "EU4Recovery - Empowering Communities in Ukraine" and the project "Supporting Inclusive Recovery for Resilience and Security of People in Ukraine" with financial support from the Government of Japan.

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Public Investment Management Reform was presented in Kyiv

The second in a series of regional events, initiated by the Ministry for &nbsp;Development of Communities and Territories, the DREAM Project Office with the support of UNDP and the Government of Japan, took place in Dnipro. These meetings aim to clarify the essence of the Public Investment Management (PIM) reform and its practical implementation features at the local and regional levels. <img alt="Copy of DSC05163.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_05163_9894fcd7dd.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_05163_9894fcd7dd.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_05163_9894fcd7dd.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_05163_9894fcd7dd.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_05163_9894fcd7dd.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000">The event brought together over 500 participants, including representatives from the Ministry for Development, as well as the Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kirovohrad regions and communities, the DREAM Project Office, civil society, experts, and international partners.Participants received a detailed overview of the key stages involved in implementing the PIM reform at both regional and local levels. Particular attention was given to the legislative framework of the reform, the importance of establishing a management structure at community and regional levels, developing Medium-Term Priority Public Investment Plans (MIP), preparing public investment projects and programs, forming sectoral portfolios and the Single Project Pipeline, and opportunities for attracting funding. <img alt="Copy of DSC04978.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_04978_11553ad0be.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_04978_11553ad0be.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_04978_11553ad0be.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_04978_11553ad0be.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_04978_11553ad0be.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000">Deputy Minister for Development of Communities and Territories Oleksii Riabykin thanked the participants for their proactiveness and emphasized the importance of learning to better prepare for changes and successfully implement projects aligned with local development strategies and people’s needs. He also highlighted the role of the DREAM Project Office team in implementing the PIM reform. <img alt="Copy of DSC04917.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_04917_59ad02115c.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_04917_59ad02115c.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_04917_59ad02115c.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_04917_59ad02115c.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_04917_59ad02115c.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000">“The reform transforms approaches to public finance management. In particular, it facilitates the unification of planning processes, identifying priority investment areas at the community, regional, and national levels in line with their respective development strategies. This provides all participants in the process with a clear understanding of what is required to implement a specific project, including the number of personnel needed, the necessary funding amount, and the sources from which it can be obtained. The MIP serves as a guide in this process, outlining investment priorities and allocating resources accordingly. It is important to understand that the country has limited resources and to attract international funding, we must form project and program portfolios that are well-grounded, properly assessed, and identified as a priority for implementation,” said Oleksii Riabykin.Ana Lucatela, Head of Regional Recovery at UNDP Ukraine, noted that access to international funds and the ability to utilize their resources require mastering strategic approaches to planning and managing public investments. A systematic approach enables better coordination of assistance and directs it to projects that truly matter to society. In addition to explaining the overall logic of the PIM reform, its principles, and approaches, participants were introduced to the digital architecture of the reform — specifically, the features of the DREAM ecosystem, which serves as a “single window” for managing public investments. <img alt="Copy of DSC04983.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_04983_01dcabae9f.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_04983_01dcabae9f.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_04983_01dcabae9f.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_04983_01dcabae9f.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_04983_01dcabae9f.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> All processes — from MIP development, project and program preparation at the national, regional, and community levels, their assessment and prioritization, to the formation of sectoral portfolios and UPPs and their implementation — occur within the digital system. This ensures transparency and accountability. DREAM supports the PIM reform at all stages of its implementation, particularly in terms of user training and support. &nbsp;“The main task of the reform is to build a public investment management system that enables Ukraine to utilize European structural funds effectively. To achieve this, planning and investment management approaches must be synchronized with international practices. Currently, there are 18 different mechanisms for preparing public investment projects in Ukraine. To unify them, a significant transformation is needed. Our common goal is to create an investment ‘menu’ in the form of project portfolios within DREAM, enabling more effective public finance management at all levels. The Government of Ukraine, together with the DREAM Project Office team, will provide methodological support to all process participants to ensure a swift adaptation to these changes,” added DREAM Project Office Head Viktor Nestulia. <img alt="Copy of DSC05038.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_05038_129d6a9b2f.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_05038_129d6a9b2f.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_05038_129d6a9b2f.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_05038_129d6a9b2f.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_05038_129d6a9b2f.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> Special attention was given to the formation of the MIP. Oleksandr Matsapura, Head of Partner and User Relations at the DREAM Project Office, discussed the principles of developing a medium-term plan, including priority public investment areas, target indicators, and compliance criteria. Based on the MIP, budget financing limits are defined, and public investment projects and programs are formed. He stressed that the plan is developed over three years, approved along with the budget declaration, and reviewed annually to reflect changes in priorities and needs at all levels. <img> Anastasiia Prokhorova, Partner and User Relations Manager at the DREAM Project Office, explained how communities could identify priority public investment areas aligned with the state MIP and demonstrated how to prepare projects and programs, assess them, and set priorities using concrete examples. At the end of the event, participants were invited to take a survey on their awareness of the reform. This will help gain a clearer understanding of how communities perceive the reform and gather suggestions for improving its implementation process. <img> We kindly ask you to complete the survey at the following link: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://forms.gle/x3Ga7QdaKV1C77Pd7">https://forms.gle/x3Ga7QdaKV1C77Pd7</a> These events aim to strengthen community capacity and prepare them for changes in public investment management approaches, as well as to collect feedback and proposals to enhance the implementation process of the reform. You can read a general description of the reform at the following link: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://bit.ly/46auV5p">https://bit.ly/46auV5p</a> The event was held jointly by the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, the DREAM Project Office, and Open Contracting Partnership with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine as part of UNDP’s flagship partnership with the European Union “EU4Recovery — Empowering Communities in Ukraine”, as well as the “Support to Inclusive Recovery for Resilience and Human Security in Ukraine” project funded by the Government of Japan.

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PIM Reform: Dnipro hosted the presentation event for Communities and Regions

An event aimed at clarifying the essence of the Public Investment Management (PIM) reform and the specifics of its practical implementation for regional and local authorities took place in Chernihiv.This was the first in a series of regional events that brought together over 300 participants, including representatives of the Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Sumy and Chernihiv Regional State Administrations, communities from Sumy and Chernihiv regions, the DREAM Project Office, civil society, the expert community, and international partners. Participants had the opportunity to engage in discussions about the key stages of implementing the PIM reform, including the development of a Medium-Term Plan of Priority Public Investments (MIP), methodologies for preparing public investment projects and programs, the creation of sectoral portfolios, and a Single Project Pipeline at the national, regional, and local levels. According to Deputy Minister for Development of Communities and Territories Oleksii Riabykin, the foundation of the reform is strategic and medium-term planning. The reform introduces changes, including the transformation and unification of planning processes, the identification of investment directions, and the determination of development priorities for communities and regions. <img alt="Copy of DSC04417.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_04417_1a427409fc.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_04417_1a427409fc.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_04417_1a427409fc.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_04417_1a427409fc.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_04417_1a427409fc.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> "Our task today is to learn how to align strategies with financial capabilities. First and foremost, this reform is focused on people — they need to understand how public funds are spent and be able to influence processes in their communities. Strategic planning is crucial not only for the effective allocation of budgetary funds but also for attracting international investments. International partners want to know how our communities and regions plan to develop, what our priorities are, and what we aim to achieve. That is why, within the reform, we are working to provide local authorities with the tools needed to access European structural funds so that development is balanced and reaches all areas of the country," said Oleksii Riabykin. Starting in July, communities and regions will begin preparing their Medium-Term Priority Public Investment Plans (MIPs), followed by the development of projects and programs in September. By December, they will form Single Project Pipelines. In this context, regions and communities must prepare for the practical implementation of new approaches to managing public investments. As noted by Vitalii Bezgin, Member of Parliament of Ukraine and Chair of the Subcommittee on Administrative-Territorial Structure and Local Self-Government of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on State Building, Local Governance, Regional Development, and Urban Planning, it is vital to understand that after the war, there will be a significant shortage of funds for community recovery. Therefore, it is essential to lay the groundwork for attracting international financing now—including through the PIM reform. "When we talk about public investments, we mean not only our internal resources but also the opportunity to attract external investments. That's why it is crucial to teach local actors how to properly prepare investment projects that will also be attractive to international investors," said Vitalii Bezgin.<img alt="Copy of DSC04316.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_04316_f5572b4f2f.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_04316_f5572b4f2f.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_04316_f5572b4f2f.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_04316_f5572b4f2f.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_04316_f5572b4f2f.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> The DREAM ecosystem, as part of the Unified Information System, serves as the digital foundation for public investment management reform. DREAM functions as a "single window" for public investment management. All stages—from the formation of PPIs and the preparation of projects and programs at the national, regional, and community levels to the development of sectoral portfolios and the Unified Project Portfolio—are facilitated within this ecosystem. Clarifying the logic behind the reform and strengthening the capacity of project initiators are among the most important goals of the reform's implementation. "We will make every effort to explain the logic of the reform to all involved specialists. The DREAM Project Office will provide full support. Shortly, step-by-step methodological recommendations for communities will be approved. The reform will be embedded in the system through detailed guidelines and examples. DREAM will be your assistant in navigating the world of public investment management reform," said Viktor Nestulia, Head of the DREAM Project Office. <img alt="Copy of DSC04488.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_04488_3ff16673e6.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_04488_3ff16673e6.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_04488_3ff16673e6.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_04488_3ff16673e6.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_04488_3ff16673e6.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> &nbsp;During the event, special attention was given to the institutional capacity of communities and regions. Yana Krasnopolska, Training Manager at the DREAM Academy, emphasized the importance of establishing local investment councils, public investment allocation commissions, and dedicated departments for managing public investments.<img alt="Copy of DSC04633.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_04633_41d96c1227.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_04633_41d96c1227.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_04633_41d96c1227.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_04633_41d96c1227.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_04633_41d96c1227.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> She also noted that in February this year, an Interagency Working Group on the preparation of public investment projects was established, including representatives from the Ministry for Community Development, the Ministry of Economy, and the Ministry of Finance.The PPU (Project Preparation Unit) facilitates better project preparation and financing at all levels. To address challenges related to limited institutional capacity and financing for project and program preparation, the Government is collaborating with international financial institutions, including the European Investment Bank (EIB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and the World Bank Group, to develop a Framework Program for Project Preparation in Ukraine. This structure will coordinate project preparation through the Project Preparation Facility (PPF), enabling the development of projects that meet quality, environmental, and social standards. Ana Lucatela, Head of Regional Recovery at UNDP Ukraine, emphasized the importance of collaboration among the Government, parliament, regional administrations, and communities—with support from the international community—for the successful implementation of key reforms in Ukraine. UNDP and other international partners emphasize the central role of communities in the recovery process, including their ability to gather transparent and verifiable data on recovery needs. Strategic planning is also a key priority for donors. Therefore, communities and regions must invest in training and preparing specialists to enhance their institutional capacity.<img alt="Copy of DSC04296.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/Copy_of_DSC_04296_46ceb515ad.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_Copy_of_DSC_04296_46ceb515ad.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_Copy_of_DSC_04296_46ceb515ad.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_Copy_of_DSC_04296_46ceb515ad.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_Copy_of_DSC_04296_46ceb515ad.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> The event was jointly organized by the Ministry for Development of Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, the DREAM Project Office, and the Open Contracting Partnership, with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine, as part of the flagship EU-UNDP partnership "EU4Recovery – Empowering Communities in Ukraine," and the project "Support to Inclusive Recovery for Resilience and Human Security in Ukraine," funded by the Government of Japan.Such events aim to strengthen the capacity of communities, prepare them for the next steps in working with public investments, and gather feedback and suggestions to enhance the implementation process of the reform. It is planned that the regional tour will cover the entire country of Ukraine. The next events for regional administrations and communities will be held in Dnipro and Poltava. To learn more about the reform, follow this link: https://bit.ly/46auV5p

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PIM Reform: Presentation for Communities and Regions Representatives took Place in Chernihiv

Ukraine is revising its rules and adopting global best practices to ensure transparent and effective coordination of public investments. As part of the public investment management (PIM) reform, the Government is implementing the "Ukrainian Projects" program, aimed at ensuring the country's sustainable development by establishing a unified approach to identifying priority areas for capital investment. As Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal emphasized, the reform envisions a combination of strategic vision, comprehensive planning, and transparent financial resource allocation. "For the first time, we have a clear list of national priorities. Now, only projects that are truly needed by the people and the country receive funding. In the context of limited resources, we are advancing development and reconstruction here and now. That's why the quality, speed, and efficiency of implementation are essential. All projects undergo a single selection pathway based on economic, security, and social relevance," said Denys Shmyhal. "Ukrainian Projects" include the construction and restoration of the country's most critical infrastructure. These projects are selected based on transparent criteria and new rules that ensure the effectiveness of every hryvnia invested while also building public and international trust.&nbsp; What is included in the "Ukrainian Projects" program?<ul><li>Restoration and protection of energy facilities (hydro, thermal, decentralized generation)</li><li>Reconstruction and construction of new water and heat supply facilities</li><li>Major repairs and development of healthcare institutions</li><li>Housing reconstruction for Ukrainian citizens</li><li>Construction of shelters and kitchen facilities in schools</li><li>New schools and kindergartens</li><li>Bridges, critical roads, and railways Infrastructure thermal modernization</li><li>Infrastructure for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)</li><li>Rehabilitation centers for veterans</li></ul> According to the Prime Minister, all projects follow a single selection process that includes justification from strategic, economic, commercial, financial, and managerial perspectives. Additionally, projects must meet security criteria and be socially relevant. DREAM serves as a "single window" for working with public investment projects and programs in Ukraine. All stages of the public investment management (PIM) reform are implemented using the DREAM ecosystem — from planning and development of the Medium-Term Public Investment Plan, project preparation, appraisal, formation of sectoral pipelines, and the Single Project Pipeline at the national, regional, or community level. Moreover, DREAM enables monitoring and control of project implementation, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and accountability throughout the process.

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Government Program "Ukrainian Projects": A Systematic Approach to Development and Reconstruction of the Country

The 3rd Annual International Summit of Cities and Regions, attended by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, government officials, parliamentarians, international partners of Ukraine, and heads of Ukrainian and European cities, municipalities, and communities, was held in Kyiv. <img src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_09854_1_e733d9b24c.JPG" alt="DSC09854 (1).JPG" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_09854_1_e733d9b24c.JPG 234w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_09854_1_e733d9b24c.JPG 500w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_09854_1_e733d9b24c.JPG 750w,https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_09854_1_e733d9b24c.JPG 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"> The main idea of the Summit, which was held this year under the slogan "United for Peace and Security," is to consolidate efforts at both the national and international levels to support and develop Ukrainian communities. This includes partnerships and patronage from foreign cities and regions.In the context of preparations for URC2025, which will be held in early July in Rome, Deputy Prime Minister for the Restoration of Ukraine and Minister for Development of Communities and Territories, Oleksii Kuleba, noted that even in the face of a brutal war, Ukraine continues to implement systemic changes to strengthen the institutional capacity of communities and improve the living standards and prosperity of Ukrainians. <img alt="AR_06230.JPG" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/AR_06230_d0e599ee3a.JPG" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_AR_06230_d0e599ee3a.JPG 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_AR_06230_d0e599ee3a.JPG 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_AR_06230_d0e599ee3a.JPG 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_AR_06230_d0e599ee3a.JPG 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> According to Kuleba, over the three years of the full-scale Russian invasion, 500 Ukrainian communities have signed more than two thousand agreements with authorities from 64 countries. The government's task is to formulate the principles of sustainable governance at all levels and to create equal conditions for the development of all territories based on strategies and societal needs. The Government of Ukraine continues to implement public investment management reform, which establishes a unified pathway for the implementation of public investment projects and programs.Transparency and accountability in all processes within the reform are ensured through digital tools such as the DREAM ecosystem. This is a unique Ukrainian development, created based on international recommendations and best practices for forming public investment projects, adapted to the Ukrainian context, and enabling stakeholders to track all processes in real-time. <img alt="DSC03946.jpg" src="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/DSC_03946_45d1260d58.jpg" srcset="https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/thumbnail_DSC_03946_45d1260d58.jpg 234w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/small_DSC_03946_45d1260d58.jpg 500w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/medium_DSC_03946_45d1260d58.jpg 750w, https://cms.dream.gov.ua/uploads/large_DSC_03946_45d1260d58.jpg 1000w" sizes="100vw" width="1000"> DREAM serves as a digital assistant in the public investment management reform for all clients and system users. In the DREAM interactive zone, Summit participants had the opportunity to test the ecosystem's capabilities. Project office specialists demonstrated how to use the ecosystem's analytical tools — the Business Intelligence Module and DREAM's Interactive Map — with specific examples. These tools provide information on individual projects, including financial needs, budgeting, contracting processes, and contractors, as well as data samples by sector, region, and other categories. <img>DREAM experts emphasized that well-prepared projects aligned with strategies, priorities, and needs will enable communities to apply for state funding and gain access to European structural and investment funds for their implementation. International partners expressed their readiness to continue supporting the implementation of the DREAM ecosystem as part of the public investment management reform.This tool will allow them to conduct their investment policy more effectively. Investors can be confident in the feasibility of their investments, as DREAM reflects the real priorities of the state and the specific needs of each sector. Thus, digitalization and transparency facilitate dialogue between authorities and international partners, helping to establish sustainable partnerships. Ukraine's resilience lies first and foremost in the resilience of its communities. That is why international partners are interested in sharing their experience and investing resources at the local level, in cities, regions, towns, and villages, to build strong partnerships that can swiftly restore infrastructure, adapt it to European standards, and improve the common good.

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United for Peace and Security: Summit of Cities and Regions took place in Kyiv

The Government of Ukraine continues to advance the reform of public investment management (PIM). The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the Resolution "Some Issues of Public Investment Management," which sets out the procedures for implementing the reform. The procedures were developed jointly by the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine, the Ministry of Economy, the Ministry of Finance, and both Ukrainian and international experts. They cover:<ul><li>the preparation of public investment projects and programmes;</li><li>the formation of a Single Project Pipeline at national, regional, and local levels, as well as sectoral pipelines at each of these levels;</li><li>the appraisal of public investment projects and programmes;</li><li>the implementation of public investment projects and programmes across all levels of government.</li></ul>The PIM reform integrates strategic and medium-term budget planning, enabling the Government to allocate financial resources to priority projects in line with national development goals and the current needs of the Ukrainian people. This approach ensures greater transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the use of public funds. The new procedures establish a unified framework for managing public investment projects, supported by the Unified Information System that includes the DREAM ecosystem. The procedures draw on international best practices, including the UK Five Case Model and recommendations from the Tony Blair Institute (TBI) and the European Investment Bank’s JASPERS programme. Moreover, the procedures incorporate the "build back better" principles, accounting for social considerations, environmental impact assessments, safety, energy efficiency, inclusiveness, and gender equality. The Medium-Term Plan for Priority Public Investments, scheduled for approval in May 2025, is currently being developed.In parallel, the government team, development partners, and the DREAM Project Office are preparing training campaigns to familiarise project initiators and implementers with the reform’s logic, enhance their capacities, and equip them to work effectively with the digital tools at its core. At present, the functionality of the DREAM ecosystem – a key tool for forming the Single Project Pipeline – is being upgraded to provide a robust mechanism for implementing the PIM reform. We extend our gratitude to its partners from the European Commission, the UK Government, the World Bank, the UK’s International Programme Assistance (IPA), the Tony Blair Institute, the Open Contracting Partnership, the Green Transformation Office, and the DIXI Group for their invaluable support in developing and preparing these procedures.

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Government of Ukraine has released the regulations for the preparation, appraisal, and implementation of PIPs and programs

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved a list of 36 general secondary education institutions that will receive funding from the state budget subvention for the construction, reconstruction, or major renovation of protective shelters.&nbsp; The total amount allocated for the implementation of these projects exceeds UAH 1.09 billion. Funding will be distributed as follows:&nbsp; 12 projects - in communities with very high or high risk levels;&nbsp; 24 projects - in communities with moderate or satisfactory risk levels&nbsp; The risk level is determined according to a methodology developed by the Ministry of Education and Science (MES), which includes five categories depending on the security situation in each community. You can check your region's risk level via the interactive map at: offlineschool.mon.gov.ua/risk-map&nbsp; The projects will be implemented in educational institutions located in the following regions: Kharkiv, Zhytomyr, Lviv, Rivne, Khmelnytskyi, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Poltava, Chernivtsi, Vinnytsia, Volyn, Ivano-Frankivsk, Kyiv, Kirovohrad, Odesa, Sumy, Ternopil, Kherson, and Cherkasy.&nbsp; Educational institutions in 19 regions of Ukraine will receive funding under the state subvention.&nbsp; The distribution by number of projects is as follows:&nbsp; Kharkiv region — 4 projects;&nbsp; Zhytomyr, Lviv, Rivne, and Khmelnytskyi regions — 3 projects each;&nbsp; Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Poltava, and Chernivtsi regions — 2 projects each; Vinnytsia, Volyn, Ivano-Frankivsk, Kyiv, Kirovohrad, Odesa, Sumy, Ternopil, Kherson, and Cherkasy regions — 1 project each; All project selections for funding are made via the DREAM platform. Details on how the subvention is distributed: https://bit.ly/4d5X4fg&nbsp; You can track project implementation on the DREAM portal: https://bit.ly/413Jtj5 or via the analytics module: https://bi.dream.gov.ua/#/finPrograms&nbsp; If you have any questions about using the DREAM platform, please contact: info@dream-office.org

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Кабінет Міністрів України затвердив перелік із 36 закладів загальної середньої освіти, які будуть профінансовані коштом субвенції з держбюджету на будівництво, реконструкцію або капітальний ремонт захисних споруд. Обсяг коштів, передбачений на реалізацію цих проєктів, становить понад 1,09 млрд грн. Його отримають:&nbsp; 12 проєктів — у громадах із дуже високим і високим рівнями ризику; 24 проєкти — у громадах із помірним або задовільним рівнем ризику;&nbsp; Рівень ризику визначається за методикою МОН, що передбачає п’ять градацій, залежно від безпекової ситуації в громаді. Визначити, до якого рівня ризику належить регіон, можна на інтерактивній мапі за посиланням: offlineschool.mon.gov.ua/risk-map&nbsp; Проєкти реалізовуватимуться у закладах освіти, розташованих у Харківській, Житомирській, Львівській, Рівненській, Хмельницькій, Дніпропетровській, Запорізькій, Полтавській, Чернівецькій, Вінницькій, Волинській, Івано-Франківській, Київській, Кіровоградській, Одеській, Сумській, Тернопільській, Херсонській та Черкаській областях.&nbsp; Фінансування в межах державної субвенції отримають заклади освіти у 19 областях України. Розподіл за кількістю проєктів:&nbsp; у Харківській області — 4 проєкти;&nbsp; у Житомирській, Львівській, Рівненській та Хмельницькій — по 3 проєкти;&nbsp; у Дніпропетровській, Запорізькій, Полтавській та Чернівецькій — по 2 проєкти;&nbsp; у Вінницькій, Волинській, Івано-Франківській, Київській, Кіровоградській, Одеській, Сумській, Тернопільській, Херсонській та Черкаській — по 1 проєкту.&nbsp; Нагадаємо, що відбір проєктів на фінансування відбувається через DREAM. Детальніше про умови розподілу субвенції: https://bit.ly/4d5X4fg&nbsp; Інформацію про реалізацію проєктів можна переглянути на порталі DREAM: https://bit.ly/413Jtj5 або в аналітичному модулі: https://bi.dream.gov.ua/#/finPrograms&nbsp; Якщо у вас виникають запитання щодо роботи з платформою DREAM, звертайтеся на info@dream-office.org

Затверджено фінансування ще 36 проєктів з облаштування укриттів у школах

Government of Ukraine approved funding for 36 school shelter projects

Construction of buildings

Будівництво будівель

Final construction works

Завершальні будівельні роботи

Overhaul and restoration

Капітальний ремонт і реставрація

Construction and installation work

Будівельно-монтажні роботи

Architectural, engineering and planning services

Архітектурні, інженерні та планувальні послуги

Engineering design services

Послуги з інженерного проектування

Laboratory furniture

Лабораторні меблі

Current repair (emergency - reconstruction works) of an individual residential building that suffered as a result of the full-scale armed aggression of the Russian Federation at the address: Shaganka St., 4 Mykolaivka village, Beryslav district, Kherson region

Поточний ремонт(аварійно - відбудовні роботи) індивідуального житлового будинку, що постраждав внаслідок повномасштабної збройної агресії рф за адресою:вул.Шаганка, 4 с.Миколаївка, Бериславського району ,Херсонської області

Working project for the object: "Overhaul with re-equipment of the dining room of the Dobrychiv Lyceum in the village of Dobrychi at 18 Centralna Street."

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