Abstract
The purpose of this Green Paper is to stimulate broad public discussion in Ukraine on how to improve the effectiveness, influence and inclusiveness of social dialogue. Successful social dialogue is essential for addressing Ukraine’s economic and social challenges and creating a positive impact on the living and working conditions of its citizens. The Green Paper aims to: 1. provide an overview of the current state of play of social dialogue in Ukraine and examine the extent to which the necessary conditions for effective social dialogue are met in practice; 2. identify key legal and practical obstacles for effective, influential and inclusive social dialogue; 3. analyse the policy effectiveness of social dialogue in three scenarios and suggest corrective measures for discussion; 4. engage Government, social partners, representatives of civil society, academia and experts in industrial relations in a substantive reflection on reforms to be made to the social dialogue system in Ukraine and on future steps. The Green Paper suggestions were submitted for wider public consultations and discussions. These discussions then will feed into the next stage: the production of a White Paper.
