REGULATION OF ETHNIC MIGRATION PROCESSES IN TRANSCARPATHIA: REGIONAL ASPECT OF THE ACTIVITIES OF TERRITORIAL BODIES OF THE MIGRATION SERVICE (2001 – 2004)

The article analyzes the activities of the territorial bodies of the migration service of Transcarpathia in regulating ethno-migration processes in the implementation of state migration policy in 2001 – 2004. The specificity of the Transcarpathian region as a multi-ethnic border region, which at the beginning of the 21st century became a key hub in the system of migration flow management and protection of the rights of national minorities in the context of Ukraine's European integration aspirations, determined the relevance of the problem under study. Unpublished archival documents are introduced into scientific circulation, revealing the practical side of the interaction between the territorial bodies of the region's migration service and representatives of ethnic communities and asylum seekers. Particular attention is paid to the implementation of social adaptation programs for the most numerous national minorities, overcoming barriers in the cultural, educational, and spiritual spheres, and strengthening the historical and traditional atmosphere of interethnic tolerance. The formation of national cultural societies of national minorities, cultural and educational institutions, and their participation in the political life of the region are traced. Particular attention is paid to ensuring the educational and linguistic needs of national minorities in order to preserve their ethno-cultural identity. The peculiarities of the creation and functioning of temporary accommodation centers for persons who have applied for refugee status were identified and analyzed in detail. The mechanism for granting refugee status and cooperation with international and non-governmental organizations involved in migration policy issues to prevent violations of the rights of asylum seekers were analyzed. The opinion is substantiated that the effective implementation of state policy on ensuring the rights of national minorities and refugees in the region was hampered by imperfect interagency coordination, a shortage of financial resources, and a lack of qualified personnel in relevant specialties. The experience of the territorial bodies of the migration service in Transcarpathia became the basis for the formation of a national asylum system in Ukraine. At the same time, this issue has been little studied and requires further research to develop practical solutions for improving national migration policy.