Olena Zelenska

Olena Volodymyrivna Zelenska is a Ukrainian screenwriter who is the current First Lady of Ukraine as the wife of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenska was named by Time as one of the 100 Most Influential People of 2023.
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Some of the key events about Olena Zelenska

  • 2003
    Graduated with a degree in architecture from Kryvyi Rih National University
  • 2009
    Joined the "Kvartal 95" studio as a screenwriter
  • 2019
    Became the First Lady of Ukraine
  • 2019
    Initiated a reform of the school nutrition system in Ukraine
  • 2019
    Faced criticism for a controversial photoshoot in Vogue magazine
  • 2020
    Launched an initiative to introduce Ukrainian-language audio guides in world museums
  • 2020
    Spearheaded efforts to make Ukraine more accessible for people with disabilities
  • 2020
    Hospitalized with COVID-19, raising concerns about government precautions
  • 2021
    Organized the Kyiv Summit of First Ladies and Gentlemen
  • 2021
    Criticized for perceived lavish lifestyle during economic hardship
  • 2022
    Addressed the U.S. Congress, advocating for support for Ukraine during the Russian invasion
  • 2022
    Launched a program to provide psychological support to Ukrainians affected by war
  • 2022
    Received backlash for attending fashion events during wartime
  • 2022
    Faced security risks due to high-profile status during Russian invasion
  • 2022
    Criticized for potentially endangering others by revealing locations during wartime visits
  • 2022
    Experienced controversy over the cost of wartime diplomatic trips
  • 2023
    Continued international advocacy for Ukraine's humanitarian needs during wartime
  • 2023
    Faced scrutiny over the allocation of charitable funds raised for Ukraine
  • 2023
    Criticized for perceived politicization of humanitarian efforts
  • 2023
    Encountered opposition to her involvement in international diplomatic affairs

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