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Supporting the consistent improvement of the quality of administrative services provided in the partner cities is one of the tasks of PLEDDG. Now that the security of ASC staff and visitors is facing the challenges of COVID-19, PLEDDG will not stand idle

The final offline training session on local economic development (LED) was held for representatives of local self-government authorities in Zaporizhzhia with the support of PLEDDG

In Kremenchuk, in response to the demand of artists and people who want to develop their creative abilities along with entrepreneurial skills, the ArtElf Studio of Creative Arts was created

The most anticipated event for businesswomen, the VinLadyFest Business Forum was held in Vinnytsia with the support of PLEDDG

13 projects were selected at the Call for Short-term Gender Initiatives Funding aimed at enhancing women’s involvement in local economic development in the member communities of the Association of Ukrainian Cities. The winners were selected by the contest commission during an online meeting.

On June 11, 2020, sixth PLEDDG Steering Committee (SC) meeting was held. During the meeting, participants reviewed the annual report for the 5th year (2019-2020) and plans for the final 6th year of the Project`s realization.

Easing of quarantine restrictions and gradual return to the usual rhythm of life does not cancel new realities that have become the consequence of the COVID-19 spread on the territory of Ukraine. PLEDDG has purchased PPEs for partner-cities for a total amount of over UAH 1.6 million. The list includes: disposable medical masks, rubber gloves, antiseptics and disinfectants.

With the support of PLEDDG, a series of webinars on crisis communications was held for the representatives of partner-cities local governments, their press services and communication departments of city councils.

With the support of PLEDDG, Myrhorod FM station was launched on June 1. From now on, citizens and residents of territorial communities of Myrhorod district can get up-to-date information about important decisions of the local authorities, learn about main news and events on the local FM station for free.