UNLA confirmed the status of a self-regulatory organization in the field of lobbying
The Ukrainian National Lobbyists Association has officially confirmed its status as a self-regulatory organization that ensures the development, standardization and ethical principles of the lobbying profession in Ukraine.
This decision is an important step in building a civilized market for lobbying services and strengthening trust between the state, business and civil society.
Institutional development
As part of the institution’s further development, the UNBA established the Ethics Council, a body responsible for formulating ethical policy, adherence to professional standards and implementation of international practices.
The Ethics Council is chaired by Vasyl Kostytskyi, an academician, Doctor of Law and one of the leading representatives of Ukrainian legal science.
The main tasks of the Council are:
- development of ethical standards for lobbyists’ activities;
- assessment of professional behavior;
- Conducting explanatory and educational work.
Structure and functions
They also operate within the structure of the Ukrainian National Lobbyists Association:
- Board of Trustees responsible for the development of educational programs in the field of lobbying;
- The Management Board, which coordinates the activities of industry areas and regional offices.
A separate element of strengthening institutional capacity is the introduction of the anti-corruption ombudsman institution aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability in the field of interest representation.
Next steps
The UNLA emphasizes that the further development of the institution is based on the principles of ethics, openness and partnership.
The goal is to create a professional lobbying environment that will help improve the quality of public decisions, develop the investment climate, and integrate Ukraine into the European legal space.
