SOCIAL COMPONENT OF NATIONAL SECURITY AND FACTORS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF UKRAINE UNDER MARTIAL LAW: CHALLENGES, INNOVATIONS, AND PROSPECTS

Abstract

The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the social component of national security and the factors of sustainable development in Ukraine amidst full-scale war. It is substantiated that under crisis conditions, social stability becomes a fundamental prerequisite for national resilience, as military conflict triggers large-scale challenges: rising poverty levels, mass internal displacement, infrastructure destruction, and a shortage of qualified personnel. The study conducts a SWOT analysis of Ukraine's socio-economic conditions, identifying strengths (digitalization of services via the «Diia» platform, high societal self-organization) and critical threats (prolonged economic crisis, demographic decline). Particular attention is paid to the legal and organizational mechanisms for supporting vulnerable populations, including internally displaced persons (IDPs), veterans, and families of the fallen. The roles of the Ministry of Social Policy, Family, and Unity of Ukraine and international organizations (UN, UNICEF, Red Cross) in implementing humanitarian projects, specifically the «Prykhystok» (Shelter) program, are analyzed. The research identifies key issues within the social protection system: budget funding deficits, bureaucratic barriers, and insufficient coordination between various levels of government. Proposed prospective solutions include the implementation of social innovations, expanding the functionality of digital services using artificial intelligence, and developing a network of regional rehabilitation centers. It is determined that the strategic directions for ensuring sustainable development are balanced economic growth, support for small and medium-sized businesses, and social justice (poverty alleviation, education, healthcare, and equality). The research findings emphasize that only an integrated approach – combining state resources, civic initiatives, and international support – is capable of ensuring social security and the post-war recovery of Ukraine’s human capital.