Type of territory: rear
Population: 23,748
Area of municipality: 834.9 km²
Priority project:
New construction of a dual-purpose building of the Loboykivka Lyceum
Additional peculiarities of the municipality:
Petrykivka municipality has direct access to major regional transport links and economic hubs. The local economy is underpinned by a productive agricultural sector that has fertile black soils, while providing expanded opportunities for agricultural processing, small and medium-sized enterprises, and renewable energy.
The municipality has a globally unique cultural profile as the birthplace of Petrykivka Decorative Painting, which was officially inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2013. This prestigious status forms the foundation of the community's creative economy, serving as a powerful mechanism for international cultural diplomacy, creative industry development, and tourism.
Since the outbreak of the full-scale war, the local administration has focused heavily on strengthening regional resilience and integrating internally displaced persons into the fabric of the community. Current priorities for technical assistance and donor co-financing are directed at the modernisation of public healthcare and education infrastructure, energy efficiency upgrades, and comprehensive digital transformation. For international organisations, institutional investors, and sister cities, this renowned municipality offers a highly proactive, experienced platform for sustainable development and creative sector investment.
Contact: Ms Olha Pikush, Deputy Mayor, pikusholga@gmail.com
