The Ministry for Communities, Territories and Internally Displaced Persons of Ukraine is launching a competitive selection process for communities to participate in the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2027 (URC-2027), which will be held on 28–29 January 2027 in Tallinn, the Republic of Estonia.

The Conference is traditionally focused on practical outcomes, such as the conclusion of international agreements, securing funding, announcing new partnerships, and launching joint initiatives. Participation in URC-2027 opens the way for communities to establish direct contacts with international financial organisations and donors, and enables them to forge long-term partnerships for the sustainable development of their territories.

‘Ukraine’s recovery begins in communities, and they are the ones who have to speak directly with international partners. At URC-2027, we want to show the world communities that are ready for responsible partnership: with well-prepared projects, co-financing, and a strategy for sustaining what has been built. We are making a special effort to ensure that frontline communities and those in temporarily occupied territories have a voice, as their recovery needs are the greatest,’ said Vitalii Bezgin, Minister for Communities, Territories and IDPs.

In this year’s competition, 100 community representatives will be selected to participate. Half of the available spots will be allocated to frontline communities, with the remainder divided between the central and western regions; up to four places have been set aside for communities in the temporarily occupied territories.

Communities can apply to participate by completing the online form via the link: https://forms.gle/kGGTpKH6GLtmKBeP8  

Only one application is accepted from each community.

Read more details about the selection criteria here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1acO_cyvGMwKqwiQWhHEQw6TzfbUFAcmv?hl=uk-UA

The working language of the Conference is English. Participants cover organisational costs, including travel and accommodation, either themselves or with the support of their partners.

The call for applications will run until 18 November 2026 inclusive.