“In early 2022, as war erupted in Ukraine, I fled my hometown near Kyiv with my two children and our dog, leaving behind a life interrupted by conflict. What followed was not retreat, it was reinvention.

Arriving in Switzerland, I had to rebuild from the ground up. I secured employment at PPG’s EMEA headquarters in Rolle, initially as an executive assistant. With a lot of hard work and determination, I advanced to become EMEA Legal Operations Manager within the Legal and Compliance department of the global corporation.

Recognizing the need for deeper legal expertise to influence strategy at the highest levels, I pursued my LL.M. while working full-time and supporting my family. My thesis focused on Proactive Legal Risk Management, transforming legal teams from “firefighters” into strategic partners who identify and address risks before they escalate into disputes.

My long-term vision reaches beyond corporate success. I view my professional growth as preparation for rebuilding Ukraine’s institutional strength after the war—contributing to resilient legal systems that support economic recovery and democratic stability.

The Spark of Hope Foundation scholarship enabled me to pursue advanced legal education at a pivotal moment in my life. Today, I stand not only as a graduate, but as a leader shaping how legal systems operate across borders and as a powerful example of resilience for my children, community and other women.

Through courage, discipline, vision, and support, I am turning disruption into impact.”