The Community Development Success Index - the first comprehensive analytical tool designed to assess the real state of communities and support data-driven decision-making - has been officially presented.
The Index was developed by ISAR Ednannia in partnership with the MHP-Hromadi and the research agency Info Sapiens, with the support of the European Union under the project “Unity for Community.” The event brought together representatives of national and local authorities, international organizations, businesses, civil society, and the media.
The Index reflects key principles of European integration - transparency, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making - and applies them at the community level. It is a tool that enables a shift from intuitive governance to evidence-based management, providing a foundation for strategic planning, self-assessment, and effective resource mobilization.
The Index combines more than 60 indicators across 8 domains and is based not only on statistical data but also on the lived experiences of residents. Its purpose is not to compare communities with one another, but to provide them with a practical tool for development.
The tool was piloted in four communities: Kaniv, Myronivka, Liubeshiv, and Trostianets.
Key findings of the study include:
- security has become the foundation of quality of life and community development;
- civic participation and social cohesion have a greater impact than economic indicators;
- transparency and the ability to influence decision-making matter more than the size of the budget.
The Index creates a shared “language” for interaction between communities, authorities, donors, and businesses, and opens up new opportunities for sustainable development and recovery. During the presentation, it was also announced that the methodology will be made openly accessible, the tool will be further scaled, and an expert club will be established to support its practical application.
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