The Social Dimension of Integration Processes in Eurasia: The Scientific Contribution of G. I. Osadchaya

This article attempts to understand the scholarly contributions of Doctor of Sociology Professor Galina I. Osadchaya to the study of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). The subject of this study is the conceptualization of sociological Eurasian integration as developed by Professor Osadchaya. The article covers key areas such as public perception of EAEU integration, migration processes, social memory among youth, and value foundations for consolidation. The purpose of this article is to systematically analyze Professor Osadchaya’s contribution to the sociology of EAEU integration based on a chronological analysis of her scientific work from 2012 to 2022. The study aims to assess the significance of her contributions for understanding social aspects of EAEU integration. A hypothesis of this research is that Professor Osadchaya’s work laid the groundwork for an interdisciplinary approach to analyzing EAEU, shifting focus from economic metrics to social factors for successful integration. This research methodology involves analyzing scientific publications by Professor Osadchaya and her team (2013-2019). Results of this work show that Professor Osadchaya developed a sociological framework for measuring social performance in EAEU through a system of metrics. She also developed the concept of "human dimensions" in integration, arguing that economic reform requires consideration of population adaptation. Additionally, she classified key challenges such as imbalances in youth perceptions of EAEU, gender aspects in migration, and contradictions in historic memory. Professor Osadchaya’s other contributions include institutionalizing the scientific study of integration processes within the EAEU framework through the Scientific Council of the Russian Academy of Sciences and international projects. The authors particularly note the research principles of Galina I. Osadchaya, based on sociological dimensions of integration processes, a focus on empirical research through survey methods, and the importance of using scientific results in the development of EAEU social policy, optimization of migratory regulation, and Eurasian integration educational programs.