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USAID/OTI aims to ensure that eastern Ukraine has greater confidence in Ukraines democratic reform and European integration.WHY USAID/OTI IS IN UKRAINE

It has been more than three years since Ukraines Revolution of Dignity brought about a government oriented toward the European model of liberal democracy. While some reforms have been implemented, the conflict in Donetsk and Luhansk continues unabated, and Ukrainians across the country are losing confidence in the reform process due to its slow pace.

Skepticism among citizens in eastern Ukraine of the countrys reform process presents one of the most significant threats to the democratic transition. These communities, already vulnerable to Russian influence and manipulation, could derail elements of the reform process, leading to greater instability in Ukraine and the region. However, while these communities have not historically embraced a Ukrainian national identity and have been skeptical that reforms will lead to tangible improvement in their lives, an opportunity does exist to change these long-standing perceptions. Today more eastern Ukrainians indicate they are willing to accept an inclusive civic identity, and reformers in eastern Ukraine are pushing for real improvements in local communities.

USAID/OTIs goal is to ensure that eastern Ukraine has greater confidence in Ukraines democratic reform and roadmap for European integration. The program works in eastern Ukraine to:

USAID/OTI has helped establish a network of creative spaces across the east where young, reform-minded Ukrainians can participate in activities that help conflict-affected people improve public spaces in their cities or foster information technology skills and incubate small businesses. These initiatives promote tolerant civic values in areas most skeptical of Ukraines transition.

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Last updated: February 28, 2018

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