Mariia, an enthusiastic student of International Relations at Ужгородський національний університет (Uzhgorod National University), is deeply interested in diplomacy and international relations, aiming to forge stronger connections between nations. Actively involved in the public sector, she volunteers in her city, has interned at an NGO combating disinformation, and strives to enhance her community’s well-being. She’s a passionate student and is always ready to learn more, which is evident from her partaking in different courses from the George Washington University and the University of Tartu, and often being a participant in Erasmus + projects. Committed to fostering the integration of Ukraine, especially its youth, she emphasises the importance of incorporating European values into daily life.