Last week, the EUACI co-organised a two-day workshop held in Kyiv that brought together 70 community leaders, government officials, and experts. Main goal – to explore how a shared sense of identity can drive sustainable development and bolster integrity in local governance.
Through a series of interactive working sessions, participants analysed real-world case studies, identified potential strategic partnerships, and co-created actionable roadmaps for embedding cultural, economic, and historical dimensions into formal community strategies.
In his opening remarks, Allan Pagh Kristensen emphasized:
“Today’s event, dedicated to strategic identity in communities, is truly unique and significant. Some may wonder how this relates to the fight against corruption. The answer is simple: anti-corruption is not just about catching corrupt individuals — though that is important. It is also about values and culture, and if you truly want to eradicate corruption, you must focus on these values. This is a long and complex process, and it requires active work on the fundamental structures of Ukrainian communities.”
The workshop was organized by U-LEAD with Europe and the National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP), with support from the EU Anti-Corruption Initiative in Ukraine (EUACI).
