The Role of Religious Associations of Ukraine in the Development of Civil Society

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In Ukraine, over the years of independence, a diverse religious environment has formed based on the legislatively guaranteed right to freedom of conscience and religion and the principle of religious pluralism. This environment consists not only of individual religious organizations but also of interfaith institutions, which play a significant role in Ukraine's development and contribute to resolving important societal issues. Their existence is compelling evidence of the church's strengthened position, the growing social role of religion, and the increased activity of religious organizations within Ukrainian society. Interfaith councils, which engage in a broad range of interests and activities, have facilitated connections between religious organizations and the government, drawing the attention of state structures and the public to pressing social and religious-church issues. In Ukraine’s multi-confessional society, characterized by a high level of religious adherence, the state system can function effectively through active interaction and cooperation between government bodies and civil society institutions, which include religious organizations and interfaith associations. Interfaith associations, especially the All-Ukrainian Council of Churches and Religious Organizations, have provided significant support to state bodies in developing religious-church life and protecting the interests of believers from various confessions. Closely interacting with state authorities, this council has become an influential civil society institution that responds promptly to events and challenges within Ukraine. Its activities contribute to the harmonization of state-church relations, the development of religious life based on principles of tolerance and mutual respect, the reduction of interfaith tensions within Ukrainian society, and the realization of Ukraine’s European civilizational choice.

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