Profiles

Diana Rivna

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Young professional
  • Current residence: Poland
Diana, a Ukrainian-born, US-raised, and Warsaw-based law student, is a dedicated individual with a passion for international taxation law within the tech sector. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Law with a specialisation in International Business and Finance at Lazarski University, where she also happens to run a debate league. As an executive business paralegal, she showcases exceptional organisational skills and legal acumen with constant effort to perfect her skills in any way possible. With a background in diverse cultural experiences, including several youth exchanges funded by scholarships or through Erasmus+, Diana is poised to make a significant impact in the field of inte…

Victoriia Pustova

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Victoriia has recently graduated with a Master’s degree and is now looking forward to the new and exciting opportunities and challenges that the Young European Ambassadors’ initiative will bring and the growth and development she will gain throughout. During her academic journey, she had the privilege of attending various courses on international relations and Neighbourhood policy at the prestigious John Skytte Institute of Political Studies within the University of Tartu in Estonia. Beyond academic pursuits, Victoriia has participated in multiple educational projects within Ukraine. Her interests span across a range of topics, such as anticorruption, European Union affairs, legislative …

Anna Protsai

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Young professional
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Anna received her Master’s degree in International Law from the Institute of International Relations of Київський національний університет iменi Тараса Шевченка (Kyiv National University named after Taras Shevchenko) in December 2022. She is actively involved in civil society life in Ukraine by cooperating with the Nobel Prize 2022 winner, Center for Civil Liberties and a Ukrainian organisation with social democratic values, SD Platform. In 2016 she was studying English with native speakers at the Pratt Institute, New York. Anna is keen to strengthen relations between the EU and Ukraine and is proud to be a part of the Young European Ambassadors’ initiative.

Yuliia Popadina

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Yuliia is a student at the Київський національний університет iменi Тараса Шевченка (Kyiv National University named after Taras Shevchenko), majoring in Applied Mathematics. She is a graduate of the EU Study Days 2023 project of the Delegation of the European Union to Ukraine, an organiser of numerous volunteer events and a volunteer of the Youth Parliament. As a technical student, she is interested in physics, mathematical modelling of natural processes, engineering and space. She is a winner of the competition for the defence of scientific works of the Junior Academy of Sciences, and she also won gold at the International Exhibition of Innovations INOVA. She is passionate about art, so…

Mariia Plakhotna

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Mariia, a high school student from Kremenchuk, is passionate about history, languages, and diplomacy, fuelling her ambition to study international relations. Her dedication to her community shines through her leadership in the Kremenchuk Youth Parliament and her active involvement in numerous local and nationwide charitable events and forums. As a finalist in the Ukrainian Leadership & Technology Academy, Mariia works on social projects and develops her soft and hard skills. She is an active student and keen on writing scientific papers about key issues characterising today’s sociopolitical landscape, especially on ecological topics. Embracing the belief that unity fosters new opport…

Anastasiia Pidlisna

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Young professional
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Anastasiia studies Spanish and English languages at the Київський національний лiнгвiстичний унiверситет (Kyiv National Linguistic University). She is a co-founder of online foreign language school «De.White» and teaches English using her own creative methods. She is a finalist of the project “School of Success” by Klitschko Foundation, a volunteer and a social activist with a proactive position. She has participated in four Erasmus+ youth exchanges in Latvia, Hungary, Georgia, and Ireland as a participant and team-leader.

Polina Paziura

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Poland
Polina is a future student in the field of international relations. She has graduated from an art school, actively participates in various events, and dedicates her time to volunteering. Polina has become a semifinalist of the FLEX program and has attended the Etol Diplomacy School organised by the American Councils. She firmly believes that by coming together, we can make people smile, bring peace, and make this world a better place for everyone!

Olena Pavlova

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Poland
Currently studying in the 10th grade, Olena continues exploring the world of politics and is a member of the school parliament. She seizes ever opportunity to serve others, and has participated in numerous charity fairs either by writing childrens’ books or crafting for sale. Olena also cares about the environment and has created three ecological projects on the Participatory Budget and participated in a massive clean-up in Warsaw. She enjoys video editing and graphic design, skills that she now uses to design posts for community organisations. As a Young European Ambassador, Olena looks forward to broadening her participation in volunteering, ecological, and political activities.

Dariia Panova

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Dariia is working towards her Master’s degree in International Relations student at Національний університет “Львівська політехніка” (National University “Lviv Polytechnic”). She is a highly motivated, proactive young leader interested and actively involved in the EU-Ukraine dialogue building. She participated in international youth exchanges in Berlin and Tbilisi. She develops her potential as a young political scientist in international security issues and EU-Ukraine relations. Dariia believes that every person is valuable and is worth being heard.

Oleksandr Pakunov

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Alex is a first year Master’s degree student of the Національна академія державного управління при Президентові України (National Academy of Public Administration under the President of Ukraine). He has been living in Chornomorsk. He is actively engaged in youth policy of the city by conducting free youth events, taking part in essential decision-making processes related to young people. Alex actively participates in training and educational activities on various issues around Ukraine. He is keen on playing board games, urban studies, history and sport.

Rodion Overko

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Rodion is a first year student at the Харківський національний економічний університет імені Семена Кузнеця (Kharkiv National Economics University named after Simon Kuznets). In 2023, he won the All-Ukrainian Olympiad in History. Since 2022, he has been organising various projects dedicated to social activities and activism. Rodion’s favourite sphere is politics. In the future he plans to become the President of Ukraine.

Kateryna Opeida

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Kateryna is studying Foreign Languages at the Національний університет “Острозька академія” (National University “Ostroh Academy”). She is deeply interested in international relations and politics. For a few years, she has been an active public figure, volunteer and member of youth councils. Kateryna believes that everyone can change this world and that everything is possible, but only if everyone does what they love and loves what they do.

Kateryna Onyshchenko

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Kateryna is studying for a Master’s degree in International Law at the Institute of the International Relations of Київський національний університет iменi Тараса Шевченка (Kyiv National University named after Taras Shevchenko). She was a Visiting Graduate Student and Research Scholar at the University of Pennsylvania, where she conducted research on the role of international relations and addressing armed conflicts. Passionate about diplomacy and international affairs, Kateryna has participated in Erasmus+ exchange program, attended various law schools, roundtables, and forums. Also, she actively supports impactful initiatives through volunteering.

Polina Onyshchenko

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Polina studies Philology at Український католицький університет (Ukrainian Catholic University). She also has experience in international exchanges in Europe, in particular Erasmus Mobility. She likes to work in a team, creatively approach problem solving and develop in different areas. She has good skills in planning and organising various events and working to ensure an effective result. Her area of interest is the spread of democratic values and equality, as well as sex education. She dreams that soon there will be no place for discrimination in Ukraine. For this, she is ready to work tirelessly.

Solomiia Oliskevych

  • Country of origin: Ukraine
  • Occupation: Student
  • Current residence: Ukraine
Solomiia is a Political Science student at Національний університет “Києво-Могилянська академія” (National University of “Kyiv-Mohyla Academy”), who is passionate about volunteering and making a difference in this world. She is a FLEX program Alumni and City Representative of Kyiv, and every month she organises different projects about volunteering and culture exchange. Solomiia is a co-founder of a psychological project called “SafeRoom” and volunteer in the Ukrainian Volunteer Service. She is passionate about civic engagement and activism, is engaged in Model United Nations and debates. Solomiia dreams about creating her non-government organisation and spread the importance of politica…

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