TERRITORIAL DEVELOPMENT PLATFORM
WITH TOURISM, INVESTMENT AND SOCIAL POTENTIAL
The Kuialnyk Valley tourism and creative cluster forms an ecosystem
for the development of the Kuialnyk agglomeration through routes,
local businesses, renewable practices, cultural projects, and partnerships that create a long-term economic effect.
POTENTIAL
of the territory
A region with natural, cultural and gastronomic value,
which is systematically integrated into the tourism economy
1 NATIONAL NATURE PARK
35+
MEMBERS
3 COMMUNITIES
5
ROUTES
15+
PARTNERS
10 800 HA
OF NATURAL RESOURCES
A cluster does not function as a set of separate activities
It combines natural resources, tourist routes, local producers,
cultural initiatives, services and partners into a system where
the growth of one element strengthens the entire territory
HOW DOES
THE CLUSTER ECOSYSTEM WORK?
Natural resource
Tourists
Routes
and experiences
Local business
and creative industries
Science
Local government
Community and territorial development
Economic effect
KEY VALUE OF THE CLUSTER
Access to a shared map of development opportunities for the territory, which helps participants and partners see the big picture, mitigate risks, and find entry points into the ecosystem
KEY ROLES OF THE CLUSTER
Initiator — creates joint products
Integrator — connects participants
Producer — creates economic effect
COOPERATION FORMATS
opportunities for a partner
FOR BUSINESS AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
Formats
Advantages
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product and experience creation
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brand collaborations and special projects
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routes, events, cultural programs
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international and cross-sectoral projects
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access to new audiences
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promotion support
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new partnerships
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scalability
FOR UNIVERSITIES
Formats
Advantages
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practice and internship
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participation in research and real projects
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joint educational programs
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international initiatives
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practical base for students
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real cases
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new partnerships
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international opportunities
FOR GOVERNMENT INSTITUTIONS
Formats
Advantages
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joint development programs
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funding attraction
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working group coordination
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cluster initiative support
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public events
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policy implementation tools
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territorial and community development
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partner and investment attraction
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access to new approaches and expertise
FOR OTHER CLUSTERS
Formats
Advantages
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joint products and routes
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cross-regional projects
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exchange of experience
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joint communication campaigns
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expanding audiences
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new partnerships
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scaling projects
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synergies and increased impact
LONG-TERM
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
MAIN VECTORS
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Development and scaling of tourist routes
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Strengthening the brand of the territory and the trademark
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Launching new services and points of attraction
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Development of an innovative direction of recovery
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Formation of infrastructure and investment projects
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Expansion of international partnerships and the project ecosystem
STAGE 1. Launching the ecosystem
1–3 years
A network of tourist routes around the Kuialnyki estuary, uniting local producers, creative industries, tourism business and HoReCa. The routes become a platform
for the development of a new local economy - tourism, culture, gastronomy and creative services.
STAGE 2. Innovative Resort Kuialnyk
5+ years
Formation of an innovative resort space of a new generation. Kuialnyk is positioned as a natural laboratory
of recovery - a biomedical and creative ecosystem
of human recovery and rehabilitation, where nature, science, tourism and mental health practices
are combined.
PARTNERS
AND INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
Odesa Regional Development Agency
Responsible for the strategic development of the region, support for communities and businesses, attracting investments and international partnerships, as well as coordinating projects aimed at economic growth, innovation and increasing the competitiveness of territories
Usativska community
Responsible for the development of the territory between the Kuialnyk and Khadzhibey estuaries, combining historical heritage, natural potential and investment opportunities, developing tourism, sports, craft production and creating a comfortable environment for life, business and recovery
Kuialnyk National Nature Park
Responsible for preserving and restoring a unique natural area, developing ecological routes and sustainable tourism, conducting research and forming partnerships to protect biodiversity and develop the community
Odesa Professional College
of Economics, Law and Hotel
and Restaurant Business
Responsible for training specialists in the fields of economics, law, tourism and service, developing practice-oriented education, forming professional competencies for the modern labor market and involving students in the implementation of applied projects in the field of hospitality and regional development
Regional Military
Administration
Responsible for implementing state regional policy, coordinating community development, supporting socio-economic and infrastructure projects, attracting investments, and ensuring sustainable development of the region through interaction with business, communities, and international partners
Ukrainian Cluster Alliance
The leading and largest association of the cluster movement of economic clusters in Ukraine, which includes 48 clusters and cluster-type associations (cluster - associate member of the UCA)
Ivanivska community
Responsible for the development of a territory with a rich historical heritage and modern agro-industrial potential, support for craft production, agro-processing, sports, tourism and creative industries, as well as the development of routes and initiatives related to the natural and cultural landscapes of the region
Civil organization
GoGlobal UA
Promotes the development of territories through intersectoral interaction of culture, business and public institutions. The strategic focus is on creating sustainable models of management of recreational and cultural spaces, forming partner ecosystems and attracting resources for infrastructure and cultural initiatives
Odesa Regional Employment Center
Responsible for supporting employment and developing entrepreneurial initiatives, implementing retraining, training and micro-grant programs, promoting the creation and development of small businesses and self-employment in the region
Kranosilska community
Responsible for the development of the territorial community through a combination of cultural heritage, investment projects and sustainable tourism, the development of wellness and ecotourism, the creation of innovative products based on natural resources and the formation of a modern eco- and creative space for life, business and recreation
National University of Economics
One of the leading higher educational institutions of Ukraine, which trains highly qualified professionals in 12 economic specialties and 24 educational programs (specializations). Students are trained by 5 faculties and 22 departments of the university
Historical and Local History Museum in the village of Ilyinka
(Usativska community)
The founder is a local resident Viktor Bondarchuk, who has studied the history of the region for decades, collected archival data. The museum consists of two exhibition halls. One reflects military-historical themes, the second - historical and local history