The Municipal Institution “City Development Institute of Zaporizhzhia” serves as a bridge between the City and its partners. We work closely with the city and regional administrations, municipal entities, local NGOs, international organizations, foreign partners, sister cities, and businesses.
How We Contribute:
- Communication support for initiating and managing partnerships.
- Connections with local officials, specialists, NGOs, and businesses.
- Comprehensive information about Zaporizhzhia and its current needs.
- Expertise in project management, fundraising, and cross-sectoral cooperation.
- Transparent allocation of aid to where it is needed most.
Our work is focused on international cooperation, recovery and development projects, and strengthening the resilience of our community. We aim to facilitate humanitarian efforts, ensure timely and effective assistance, attract additional resources for city projects, increase transparency in partnerships, and uphold the trust of our partners.
— Viktoriia Agientaieva, director
What We Do:
International Cooperation
- Assist the City Council in working with donors and humanitarian partners
- Coordinate twinning relationships and initiate new partnerships
- Promote Zaporizhzhia’s participation in international networks and associations
Community Projects
- Attract funding to support the city’s recovery and development initiatives
- Promote innovative solutions for building a resilient and forward-looking city
- Engage stakeholders in project implementation and policy development
- Coordinate the city’s participation in national and international programs
- Build the capacity of municipal specialists to develop and implement impactful projects
Humanitarian Action
- Operate the city’s Humanitarian Hub: receive, manage, and distribute aid
- Coordinate cross-sector crisis response involving city services, NGOs, donors, and businesses
- Monitor community needs and seek appropriate partners to provide assistance
Communication & Promotion
- Inform the public about city projects and support received from partners
- Ensure high-quality, transparent reporting to partners and donors
- Share success stories and best practices of the Zaporizhzhia City Council