THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF INSTITUTIONAL STRATEGIES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CULTURE AND SOCIO-CULTURAL ACTIVITIES IN THE CONTEXT OF THE IDEA OF SUSTAINABLE PEACE
Authors: Lebid Andrii , Danilova Maryna 
Published: July 2024

In today's world, the idea of sustainable peace has become not only an aspiration, but also an important goal of every society. This concept is not limited to the absence of war or conflict, but also includes a state of harmony, mutual understanding and mutual respect between nations, groups and individuals. Achieving sustainable peace requires not only diplomatic agreements and international efforts, but also the active participation of citizens and the development of cultural structures designed to support peaceful coexistence. In today's geopolitical environment, characterized by conflicts and tensions at all levels, it is important to understand what concrete steps can help build sustainable peace. Institutional strategies for the development of cultural and socio-cultural activities can be one of the key components of these steps, as they aim to raise the socio-cultural level and promote mutual understanding and interaction between different groups. In particular, the development of cultural institutions that provide artistic and cultural value can help reduce social inequality and improve educational standards. Given the potential of culture to unite different social groups, the development of cultural institutions can serve as a mechanism to support social integration and mutual understanding. In addition, an important component of the institutional strategy is to support and develop creative industries, promote economic growth and create new opportunities for youth and innovation. This can play a key role in developing innovative and creative solutions to social problems, including issues of interethnic and interreligious interaction, understanding and tolerance. Another important aspect of institutional strategies is their role in creating a space for dialogue and exchange of ideas between different cultural and social groups. This can help develop shared values and lay the groundwork for joint initiatives in education, culture and the arts, thereby helping to build sustainable peace. Another key aspect of these strategies is their ability to influence the formation of public consciousness and values, which are crucial for maintaining peace and harmony. Institutional strategies for cultural development are reflected in cultural development plans and facilitate the creation of cultural products and activities that promote the exchange of experiences and mutual understanding between different cultural communities. An important component of the institutional strategy is to promote education and awareness of citizens on cultural tolerance, mutual understanding and respect for differences. This can create an enabling environment for the development of sustainable peace and promote understanding and acceptance of different cultural identities. In this context, institutional strategies for cultural development and socio-cultural activities are becoming key tools for implementing the concept of sustainable peace in Ukraine. They include a wide range of measures aimed at supporting and developing cultural institutions, creative industries, promoting cultural diversity and mutual understanding between different groups of society. Therefore, an in-depth analysis of institutional strategies for the development of cultural and socio-cultural activities is extremely important for understanding the processes taking place in society and developing effective measures to promote sustainable peace in Ukraine. Research work on this topic is relevant and important in the context of the complexity of the current political situation in Ukraine and around the world. Institutional strategies for the development of cultural and socio-cultural activities can be an important tool in supporting and promoting peace processes, but their effectiveness requires in-depth analysis and sound recommendations for further improvement.