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Name:

Lene Aggernæs

Organisation:

Danske Handicaporganisationer

Response:

Danske Handicaporganisationers ønsker hermed at afgive høringssvar til den strategiske ramme for Danmarks partnerskab med Ukraine juli 2025 – juni 2028. DH finder det positivt, at der i udkastet er generel opmærksomhed på inklusion af mennesker med handicap. DH opfordrer bl.a. til at styrke fokus på at sikre tilgængelighed i genopbygningsprocessen, at sikre inklusion af mennesker med handicap i den menneskerettighedsbaserede tilgang og at styrke dataindsamling. Se vedhæftet høringssvar.

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Jacob Thorsen

Organisation:

CISU - Civilsamfund i Udvikling

Response:

Civil Society in Development (CISU), as Denmark's largest network of organisations engaged in global civil society initiatives, welcomes the opportunity to comment on the draft Strategic Framework for Denmark’s partnership with Ukraine. Representing a diverse membership committed to empowering civil society organisations, CISU emphasises the centrality of an inclusive, people-centred approach to achieving the framework's ambitious goals. We applaud and support Denmark’s robust commitment to Ukraine’s recovery and EU accession journey. Please see enclosed response.

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Jesper Karup Pedersen

Organisation:

NIRAS

Response:

Attached you will find response of NIRAS. If something is unclear, you are most welcome reaching out to me.

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Dmytro Tarasenko

Organisation:

Mykolaiv Regional State Administration, Mykolaiv City Council

Response:

Greetings from Mykolaiv. We would like to present you our common vision of the strategy for 2025-2028 and thank you for everything that has been done before and is being done now. Together to victory!

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Jane Evguenia Klementieva Holm

Organisation:

Danish Cultural Institute

Response:

Hearing Response to “Strategic Framework: Denmark’s Partnership with Ukraine July 2025-June 2028” Danish Cultural Institute The Danish Cultural Institute (DCI) welcomes the new strategy from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (DMoFA) regarding support for Ukraine. We appreciate the significant assistance Denmark is offering, which is both well-founded and vital. However, we would like to draw attention to several points of concern: Lacking Focus on Cultural Activities: Over the past five years, Ukraine has faced unprecedented challenges, including a global pandemic and a full-scale military invasion by Russia. These dramatic events have led to a high level of isolation, particularly affecting young people and resulting in fragile social skills and increased alienation. Consequently, their social, educational, psychological, and personal development trajectories have been put on hold. The impact of such developments on the fabric of society cannot be underestimated. Participation in a vibrant and meaningful cultural life—characterized by human exchange and expression—is essential for cultivating democratically aware citizens who respect one another’s rights and recognize the importance of their active participation in societal development and growth. DCI has repeatedly observed that active engagement in cultural life is a prerequisite for democratization and the establishment of human rights-based societies. This perspective is supported by a recent European Commission report titled “Culture and Democracy: The Evidence. How citizens’ participation in cultural activities enhances civic engagement, democracy and social cohesion: lessons from international research,” which highlights that participation in cultural activities leads to: An increased likelihood of voting, volunteering, and participating in community activities, projects, and organizations; The development of positive social attitudes associated with civic and democratic values, such as community belonging, tolerance, trust, and empathy for diverse backgrounds; The enhancement of personal and social skills essential for functioning democracies, enabling individuals to express themselves, listen to others, understand different perspectives, and facilitate conflict resolution. Therefore, the crucial role that culture plays in rebuilding societies and strengthening societal cohesion must not be overlooked. The implementation of the New Democracy Fund and the Ukrainian Danish Youth House over the past four years has demonstrated a significant need for cultural activities and platforms for co-creation, idea development, and community building, especially among young Ukrainians. Bridging connections among citizens and between citizens and their environments will be vital for Ukraine’s successful integration into NATO and the EU. We believe that cultural initiatives can provide the tools necessary to reshape mindsets and foster a collaborative societal framework. Thus, we firmly advocate for investments in systemic cultural initiatives—such as youth centers, cultural hubs, and community engagement projects—crucial for nurturing societal cohesion, democratization, and robust social infrastructures. While the DMoFA’s strategy discusses rebuilding social infrastructure in detail, its effectiveness can be further enhanced by focusing on systemic cultural initiatives and programs that promote dialogue, social cohesion, and socio-psychological rehabilitation—critical aspects of the recovery process. Therefore, DCI recommends incorporating a systemic focus on cultural programs under Strategic Goals 1 and 3. DCI is prepared to assist in formulating specific programmatic frameworks and identifying relevant Ukrainian partners. Broader Involvement of Civil Society and Strengthened Coordination: While the strategy's emphasis on partnering with local authorities and intergovernmental agencies is important, enhancing the involvement of Danish and Ukrainian civil society organizations (CSOs) is equally crucial. Their established networks and on-the-ground expertise can significantly improve program implementation and ensure that initiatives are well-rooted in both Danish know-how and local Ukrainian contexts. Danish CSOs possess long-term experience working in Ukraine, allowing them to translate their expertise, tools, and concepts into the Ukrainian context effectively. In parallel, their Ukrainian counterparts possess first-hand knowledge of the immediate needs of citizens, identifying gaps and opportunities within the recovery process. Furthermore, increased participation of civil society in recovery programs will undoubtedly foster grassroots trust and mitigate risks associated with potential turnover among local authorities. In addition to enhancing the involvement of both Danish and Ukrainian CSOs in DMoFA’s program, we advocate for the development of more advanced coordination mechanisms that integrate civil society actors alongside existing private and state structures. This approach will amplify the contributions of civil society. Thank you for considering these points in your strategic planning.

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Name:

Anne Margrethe Rasmussen

Organisation:

Red Barnet and SOS Børnebyerne

Response:

Red Barnet and SOS Børnebyerne welcome the opportunity to comment on the draft Strategic Framework for Denmark’s partnership with Ukraine 2025 - 2028. Please find our response in the attached.

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Camilla Holm-Jensen

Organisation:

ActionAid Denmark/Mellemfolkeligt Samvirke

Response:

ActionAid Denmark (AADK) find the Strategic Framework for Denmark’s engagement in Ukraine ambitious and agree with the overall direction and content of the document, but would like to see specifications around the most marginalized target groups, a stronger focus on partnerships and support for locally led initiatives and attention to reaching young people beyond the urban areas. Please find detailed response in the attached document.

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Signe Lund Christensen

Organisation:

DUF - The Danish Youth Council

Response:

Please see attached response from the Danish Youth Council (DUF).

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Jakob Harbo

Organisation:

Danish Red Cross

Response:

Please find attached the Danish Red Cross input to the strategy.

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Niels Christian Hviid Gade

Organisation:

DanChurchAid, Danish Cultural Institute, ADRA, Save the Children Denmark and Danish Red Cross

Response:

A joint response to the draft Strategic Framework for Denmark’s partnerships in Ukraine 2025 - 2028 by Danish partners and civil society organisations, specifically DanChurchAid, Danish Cultural Institute, ADRA, Save the Children Denmark and Danish Red Cross.

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Kendahl Kelly

Organisation:

Danish Refugee Council

Response:

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the draft Strategic Framework for Denmark’s Partnership with Ukraine 2025-2028.

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