POLICY BRIEF Return and Reconstruction - How the EU Should Invest in

The concept of human capital thus matters greatly for the recon- Ukraine’s reconstruction is high on the political agen- struction planning of the Ukrainian government and da of Ukraine and its allies. [...] Indeed, it is one of the central goals of ger war,1 and although the extent of requirements for the government’s reconstruction efforts, outlined in reconstruction remains unclear, planning for post- the Ukraine Plan under the Ukraine Facility program.4 war recovery has already started. [...] REINTEGRATION Moreover, it is important to consider the conflict of Personal circumstances and experiences pose their interest between the demand for labor in the EU and own reintegration challenges, but returning to a the requirements for reconstruction. [...] Ukrainian refugees in the EU presently benefit transferability of diplomas with the Ukrainian aut- from the protection measures outlined in the TPD, horities is important to eliminate potential barriers encompassing a temporary residence permit and to families’ return to Ukraine. [...] A Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment by the qualifications will ensure they can seek employment World Bank, the Government of Ukraine, the EU and that matches their qualifications – imperative to the UN found that the housing, transport, commerce bolster the development of human capital.