ADAPTATION OF THE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION SYSTEM TO THE NEEDS OF SOCIAL WORK UNDER MARTIAL LAW

Abstract

The article is devoted to the analysis of the current state of social work in the context of armed aggression against Ukraine. It is noted that the beginning of full-scale hostilities has become a test for state bodies, revealing serious gaps in the organization of emergency response. Particular attention is paid to the transformation of approaches to social work, which is no longer limited to household or medical care, but covers a wide range of individualized services - from legal to psychological support and socialization. The experience of working with Anti-terrorist operation in eastern Ukraine/ Joint forces operation participants, internally displaced persons, as well as the impact of military operations on the provision of social services is studied. It is noted that the activities of social workers acquire particular importance in conditions of risk to life, when it is necessary to evacuate vulnerable categories of the population, in particular people with disabilities, the elderly, children and others. The role of legislative regulation, international assistance and cooperation of communities with donors in improving the quality of services is revealed. The problems are analyzed: personnel shortage, employee burnout, corruption, low funding. The author emphasizes that ignoring the social sphere will lead to social marginalization, tension in society and loss of trust in state institutions. The need to modernize the social sphere management system under martial law and post-war reintegration of citizens is emphasized. The main directions for further improvement of social work are proposed, including increasing funding, staff development and implementing a comprehensive, people-centered approach.