This study was conducted within the framework of the project “Piloting Community-Level Solutions for Socio-Economic Reintegration in Lviv Region,” implemented by SiLab Ukraine with financial support from Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.
The study aimed to examine the labor market situation in selected territorial communities of the Lviv region and to identify key barriers and opportunities for the socio-economic integration of vulnerable population groups.
The geographical scope of the study covered three urban territorial communities in Lviv region: Novyi Rozdil, Drohobych, and Boryslav.
A diverse stakeholder groups participated in the study, including:
- representatives of local self-government bodies and their executive units (departments of labor and social protection, economic development units, administrative service centers, employment services, local council members, and village heads);
- employers — representatives of municipal enterprises and businesses with experience or potential to employ members of vulnerable groups;
- representatives of civil society and local initiatives;
- members of vulnerable population groups, including internally displaced persons, veterans and their family members, persons with disabilities, and women with children.
In each community, three focus group discussions were conducted with representatives of the target groups (a total of 9 FGDs). This approach enabled the collection of qualitative empirical data on the experiences, needs, and barriers faced by vulnerable populations in the process of employment and economic integration.
Based on the findings, we prepared analytical reports for each community, summarizing identified challenges, analyzing the local context, and providing practical recommendations for local authorities and partner organizations. These recommendations aim to strengthen employment opportunities, develop local labor markets, and create more enabling conditions for the socio-economic integration of vulnerable groups at the community level.
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