Snihurivka, Mykolaiv Oblast, 21 May 2025 — The Government of Denmark and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, have constructed and supplied a modular administrative service centre (ASC) in Snihurivka, Mykolaiv Oblast.

The new ASC will provide 257 administrative services, ranging from residence and business registration to social assistance, passport issuance, land management, and pension support. The centre hosts 12 workstations and is equipped with all necessary furniture and facilities. It will also offer an “ASC in a Suitcase” service to enhance the delivery of administrative and social services to people with limited mobility.

This initiative was made possible thanks to a significant contribution from the Snihurivka community, which funded the construction of the foundation, connections to engineering networks, and landscaping. The total cost of constructing the module was US$250,000. The ASC meets inclusion standards and is fully accessible for different population groups.

Maryna Bobranitska, Head of the Department for the Systemic Development of Administrative Services at the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, highlighted the criticality of adopting modern solutions in order to improve public service delivery in communities. “The opening of the modular ASC in Snihurivka is an example of the resilience of public services and an important step in building a state-of-the-art network of centres that deliver administrative services quickly, conveniently, and safely, as this centre is equipped with a shelter. Citizens in frontline areas must be provided with administrative services regardless of the difficult circumstances. This is made possible through cooperation among the government, international partners, and local authorities,” explained Ms. Bobranitska.

Jakob Torrild Hansen, the Head of the Danish Embassy Office in Mykolaiv, noted the resilience and determination of Mykolaiv Oblast residents in pursuing recovery despite ongoing challenges. “This modular centre plays a vital role in restoring access to essential public services, enabling people to meet their daily needs in a timely and dignified manner. Denmark remains committed to supporting long-term solutions that empower communities to thrive. We believe that investments like this strengthen local infrastructure, enhance institutional resilience, and contribute to meaningful, lasting improvements in people’s lives,” stated Mr. Hansen.

Ana Lukatela, Head of Area-Based Recovery at UNDP in Ukraine, emphasized the importance of bringing administrative services closer to the people in war-affected regions. “Recovery is not just about rebuilding physical infrastructure; it’s about restoring conditions that allow people to live with dignity in their own communities. The opening of this ASC reflects one of the key directions of UNDP’s community recovery work: supporting local authorities to deliver accessible and high-quality basic services to the population. This is just one element of building trust and helping communities move from early recovery back onto a development pathway” said Ms. Lukatela.

Background

This initiative was implemented by UNDP in Ukraine, in cooperation with the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, the Mykolaiv Oblast State Administration, and the Snihurivka community, with financial support from the Government of Denmark.

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Yuliia Samus, UNDP Ukraine Head of Communications; e-mail: yuliia.samus@undp.org