SOCIAL-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF COMMUNITIES AND A SYSTEMIC APPROACH TO SETTLEMENT DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

This article explores key aspects of the socio-economic development of communities and a systemic approach to improving settlements. Advantages and disadvantages of socio-economic development models in cities of various sizes, including the phenomenon of the metropolis and its characteristics, are considered. The contribution of economists to studying the concentration of financial, innovative, and labor resources in metropolises, as well as the associated outflow of labor resources from rural areas to cities, has been investigated. Special attention is paid to the analysis of social instruments for economic development of settlements. Additionally, an overview of research related to centralized policies for socio-economic development of territories and communities is provided. The aforementioned studies, including the analysis of social instruments for economic development of settlements, resource concentration in metropolises, outflow of labor resources from rural areas, and the formation of city networks and economic agglomerations, play a key role in socio-economic growth and development. The position of many researchers regarding globalization and the concentration of economic power, leading to an economy described by the term "winner takes all," leaving many members of society behind, is also noted. Prospective directions for further research in this field include exploring the relationship between urbanization and human capital growth, emphasizing the importance of investing in education and healthcare to support long-term economic growth in urban communities, the role of small and medium-sized businesses in urban development, the potential of partnerships between the public and private sectors in addressing complex urbanization challenges, the importance of urban planning for creating resilient and comfortable urban environments, the impact of globalization on urbanization processes in Ukraine, and the need for strategic planning and investments to ensure effective competition between cities in a globalized economy, as well as the balance between economic development and ecological sustainability in urban agglomerations, and the potential of social entrepreneurship in addressing social and economic challenges facing cities. These studies provide opportunities for further scientific research in the field of socio-economic development and implementation of practical measures to support sustainable community development.