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Socio-Economic Problems
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Kulish, I. M. (2025). Inklyuzyvna ekonomika yak rezul'tat henderno oriyentovanoho publichnoho upravlinnya [Inclusive economy as a result of gender-responsive public governance]. In Sotsial'no-ekonomichni problemy suchasnoho periodu Ukrayiny [Socio-Economic Problems of the Modern Period of Ukraine]: Vol. 174 (4) (pp. 36-42). DOI: https://doi.org/10.36818/2071-4653-2025-4-5 [in Ukrainian].
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Authors



Kulish Inna Mykhaylivna

Ph.D. of Public Administration, Senior Researcher

Senior Researcher of the Department of regional ecological policy and environmental management of the Dolishniy Institute of Regional Research of NAS of Ukraine

Contacts: inna.m.kulish@gmail.com, reksi@email.ua

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Resume

The article examines the role of gender-responsive public governance in forming an inclusive economy under contemporary socio-economic transformations. It argues that integrating a gender perspective into public policy contributes to increasing its effectiveness, reducing structural imbalances, and expanding equal access to economic resources and opportunities. Gender equality is considered a key factor in enhancing economic performance through the more efficient utilization of human capital and broader participation in the labor market. The study systematizes theoretical approaches to interpreting an inclusive economy and generalizes its core principles with consideration of the gender dimension in public governance. Particular attention is paid to the evolution of gender equality research, from early philosophical concepts to its institutionalization within modern public policy frameworks and international development strategies. The analysis shows that despite significant progress, gender disparities persist, especially in leadership positions and access to decision-making processes. The article identifies key instruments of gender-responsive governance, including gender analysis and gender budgeting, as effective mechanisms for integrating gender considerations into policy design and implementation. These tools enable a more balanced allocation of public resources and improve the responsiveness of governance systems to the differentiated needs of women and men. A conceptual model of the impact of gender-responsive public governance on the development of an inclusive economy is proposed. The model reflects the interaction of regulatory, institutional, societal, and infrastructural levels, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding how gender equality principles are translated into practical socio-economic outcomes. This integrated approach allows for a more consistent implementation of inclusive development strategies. The findings demonstrate that the application of gender-responsive governance contributes to reducing gender gaps, increasing employment levels, strengthening social cohesion, and enhancing the overall resilience of the economy. The results highlight the importance of embedding gender-sensitive approaches into public governance systems as a prerequisite for achieving sustainable and inclusive economic development. The article emphasizes the need to further research practical mechanisms for implementing gender-responsive public administration in Ukraine in the context of European integration, particularly with regard to assessing the effectiveness of gender-sensitive policies at the national and regional levels. Special attention should be given to analyzing the impact of digitalization, innovative technologies, and economic recovery processes on the transformation of gender relations and the promotion of inclusive development.

Keywords:

gender policy; gender equality; gender-responsive public governance; public governance; inclusive economy; gender analysis; gender-responsive budgeting

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