Palanka Territorial Community

The head of the Palanka community, Ruslan Yaremchuk, actively works on the development of the community and the support of its residents, especially during the war.Key projects and initiatives of the Village Head include:

1. Support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Considerable funds are allocated to support the military.

2. Renovation and reconstruction. The reconstruction of facilities in the field of education and medicine is actively underway, which will improve the conditions for children’s education and create a modern educational and medical infrastructure.3. Organizing contests and festivals where children and young people demonstrate their talents in various types of art. This contributes to the development of the cultural life of the community and the support of young talents.4. Creating favorable conditions for the development of physical culture and sports among different segments of the population.5. Active work is underway to improve the infrastructure, including the construction and repair of roads, modernization of utilities, which increases the quality of life of the community’s residents.6. Cooperating with veterans and their family members: uniting to solve urgent issues (social, medical, legal).The Hero’s wife, Alina Vovk, won the contest “It’s worth starting your own business” from the Ukrainian Veterans Fund, which provides financing for businesses of veterans, veterans’ families (spouses), family members of fallen (deceased) war veterans and family members of fallen (deceased) Defenders of Ukraine on a competitive basis.7. International cooperation, territorial cooperation, joint projects to mobilize resources to support recovery, reconstruction, reform and modernization of the community and Ukraine:As part of the implementation of Ukrainian-Polish youth exchanges in 2023 provided by the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine, the community implemented the project “Ukrainian-Polish Youth School “New Philosophy of 4D Sustainable Development: Action. Friendship. Help. Dialogue”.The Palanka community took part in the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC2024). The main goal of URC2024 is to mobilize permanent international support for the recovery, reconstruction, reform and modernization of Ukraine.The community became a participant in the pilot multi-sport project “Champion’s Path”. A memorandum of cooperation was recently signed among the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine, the National Olympic Committee of Ukraine and the Palanka community.Representatives of the Palanka community became participants in the Austrian-Ukrainian project for Ukrainian youth workers and volunteers who work with youth “Youth Work with the Ukrainian Displaced Youth” in cooperation with WIENXTRA, Vienna, Austria and The European Center for Freedom and Independence, Vienna, Austria.The Village Head and his team continue to work on the development of the community, implementing new projects and initiatives aimed at improving the lives of the residents of the Palanka community, even in the difficult conditions of war.

From the first day of the aggression which started on February 24, 2022, the Palanka community became the zone of air and missile strikes with 18 communally owned assets objects and more than 70 privately owned assets having been damaged.

Today, about 500 forcibly displaced people, including 150 children, live here.Despite the difficult working conditions, the local government and the economy function stably, develop, refocus and work on restoration and implementation of new business ideas.The community passed a competitive selection and, in early October 2023, signed a grant agreement within the framework of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) program for the renovation of municipal buildings to accommodate internally displaced persons in Ukraine, financed by the European Union. As part of the signed agreement, the community will receive grant funding for three facilities in the villages of Yurkivka, Tomashivka, and Ivanivka for the repair and furnishing of premises for internally displaced persons.On June 8, 2023, many residential buildings were damaged in the community due to russian missile fire. The Palanka community applied for help to Solidarites International.

At the initiative of the residents, charity concerts are held, food kits are collected and camouflage nets are weaved in the community.

The picturesque village of Palanka is located a few kilometers from Uman. The combination of favorable natural conditions led to the settlement of the territory of the modern village since ancient times. The sources of the Palanka River and the tributaries of the Umanka River are located near the village, and the forest is not far away.

The Palanka rural territorial community is famous for various tourist facilities. One of the oldest villages of the community, Rodnykivka, is known for its church of St. Paraskeva, which was built in 1833. The church witnessed many historical events, including the Koliivshchyna period, which highlights its importance in the history and culture of the region.The village of Hromy is known for its potters. The uniqueness of the village’s pottery is in the production of whistle toys. The range of earthenware produced in Hromy includes pots, pitchers, jugs, bowls, colanders, lids, etc.Synytsia Park is a picturesque park located in the village of Synytsia of the Palanka community, known for its rich biodiversity and landscapes. The park is a monument of horticultural art, where rare species of plants are preserved. It is an ideal place for walks, outdoor recreation and excursions, allowing its guests to enjoy the beauty of natural landscapes and fresh air. Synytsia Park also plays an important role in preserving the ecological balance of the region.Viktoria Park located in the village of Berestivets is a modern place for rest and leisure, equipped with various amenities for a comfortable stay. Viktoria Park is a popular place enjoyed by local residents and tourists.The Palanka community is an important center of the historical and cultural heritage of Ukraine. Its historical monuments and natural objects make it attractive for tourists and researchers. The community’s active participation in cultural events highlights its commitment to the development and preservation of cultural heritage.

The community has the Program of Socio-Economic Development of the Palanka Rural Territorial Community for 2021-2025.

In 2018, work was started on the Strategic Document for Community Development, but due to changes in the administrative structure and composition of the community, there was a need to change the working group and develop Strategic Development Directions, and with the start of the full-scale war, work on the Strategy was suspended. The main directions and strategic goals were discussed: harmonious economic development of the community, development and modernization of infrastructure, creation of an environment of active citizens.Currently, measures are being taken to resume work on the formation of the Community Strategy.

• Official website of the Palanka rural territorial community
• Religious information service of Ukraine 
• Umanshchyna Informatsiyna
• Official page of the Palanka community on Facebook