PHASE III OF U-LEAD WITH EUROPE IS OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED

On May 18, the European Union and its member states—Denmark, Germany, France, Poland, and Slovenia— reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Ukraine’s local self-government with the launch of Phase III of the U-LEAD program. 

Ambassador Ole Egberg Mikkelsen made a speech at the official event to mark the start of this important phase. A total of 62 million EUR in additional funding is being provided by the EU, Denmark, and Germany, alongside key contributions from France, Poland, and Slovenia.

Key priorities for Phase III:

  • Reconstruction & Development: Aiding recovery and encouraging EU investment.
  • Policy & Legal Framework: Supporting reforms to bring Ukraine closer to the EU.
  • Capacity Development: Strengthening municipalities to improve services and increase resilience.

The third phase was formally launched with the signing of a contribution agreement between the EU and GIZ (German International Cooperation Society) by EU Ambassador Katarína Mathernová and Programme Director of U-LEAD with Europe Bastian Veigel. 

Please find full text of Ambassador's speech here.