Zelenska Olena Volodymyrivna

First Lady of Ukraine, architect of humanitarian diplomacy and voice of civilian victims of war

Before her husband's presidency — screenwriter for "Kvartal 95", co-author of the TV series "Servant of the People." They have two children — daughter Oleksandra and son Kyrylo. After February 24, 2022, she stayed in Ukraine with her children, refusing evacuation.

Psychological support program, "First School," and speech at the US Congress

Since 2019, she has been implementing the psychological support program "First Lady," which covers mental health, inclusivity, and barrier-free environments. Since 2022, she has initiated the "First School" program: rebuilding and equipping schools across Ukraine, often in frontline areas. In July 2022, she addressed the US Congress — only the second woman in history to speak to a joint session of Congress; she called for arms supplies and a no-fly zone. She actively meets with world leaders, participates in NATO and G7 summits, promotes the issues of releasing prisoners and deported Ukrainian children. She is included in the rankings of the most influential women in the world by Forbes and Time.