SCAS-VUIAS Fellow, SCAS.
Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Kryvyi Rih State Pedagogical University

ABSTRACT:
This research delves into the evolving landscape of digital citizenship in Ukraine, focusing on the experiences of Ukrainian youth amidst the ongoing Russian military invasion. It employs a longitudinal study spanning 2015 to 2024, tracking shifts in youth civic engagement and its interplay with the broader context of Ukrainian society. Additionally, the research examines the development of digital citizenship manifestos within the framework of Ukraine's digitalization reforms. Through in-depth qualitative analysis, this project seeks to illuminate the ways in which Ukrainian youth perceive and enact their roles as digital citizens in the face of hybrid warfare.

The research examines the historical context of civic engagement in Ukraine since 2014, with a particular emphasis on the events following Russia's occupation of eastern regions. It highlights instances of civic courage and resistance demonstrated by protesters in occupied territories. Furthermore, the study investigates the evolving perceptions of democratization and civic activity within the complex
environment of hybrid warfare, which encompasses both military actions and information warfare.

The second component of the research focuses on the dynamics of digital citizenship in contemporary Ukraine. It explores the country's significant strides in digitalization in recent years and examines how these advancements have shaped the understanding and embodiment of digital citizenship among Ukrainian youth. Through comprehensive qualitative analysis, the study seeks to uncover the unique perspectives and experiences of young people as they navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital age in the context of ongoing conflict.