59% of Ukrainians read books regularly. What is the Ministry of Culture doing to grow that number?

The Ministry of Culture of Ukraine is taking steps to address the challenges faced by the book sector and grow the 59% of Ukrainians who regularly read books. A comprehensive study commissioned by the ministry, "Reading in Ukraine: Behaviour, Motivation and Tools for Engagement," found that while 59% of respondents read books at least several times a month over the past year, 70% had experienced a break from reading lasting six months or longer.

The study highlights the importance of providing a diverse range of titles and making them accessible to readers of all ages and stages of life. Emotional significance of books during the war, such as reducing anxiety and providing emotional relief, has also been noted, with 34% of readers citing a psychological need for rest and support as their primary reason for returning to reading after a break.

Encouraging more encounters with books in everyday life, such as browsing titles and discovering new releases, is also crucial in sustaining readers' interest.

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