Speech by Olena Pryyatielchuk at a meeting with secondary school pupils at the Solomyanskyi District State Administration in Kyiv
On April 7, 2026, Olena Anatoliivna Pryiatelchuk, Deputy Director for Academic Affairs of the Educational and Scientific Institute of International Relations, took part in a meeting with senior high school students at the Solomianska District State Administration in the city of Kyiv.
Among the speakers of the meeting were also:
Member of Parliament of Ukraine Hanna Purtova,
Head of the Solomianska District State Administration in the city of Kyiv Serhii Movenko.
The theme of the event was: “Professions That Change the World: The Path from School to an International Career.”
“An international career is a path without borders. It is based on extraterritoriality, flexibility, and continuous development,” said Olena Pryiatelchuk.
During her speech, Olena Anatoliivna emphasized that the profession of an international specialist today is much more than diplomacy. It is grounded in emotional intelligence, the ability to find complex compromises, and effectively manage global risks.
The Institute trains specialists who are fluent in two or more foreign languages, capable of responding quickly to crisis situations, making responsible decisions, and acting confidently under conditions of uncertainty — opening wide opportunities for building an international career.
Our graduates successfully pursue careers in public authorities, international organizations, international companies and corporations, as well as in the public sector and foundations.
In addition, the speakers shared their personal experiences of studying, working abroad, and taking their first professional steps. They also discussed:
the profession of an international specialist and its opportunities
global challenges of the modern world
skills that will be crucial in the future
the role of education in building an international career
prospects for studying and development in the field of international relations
The meeting concluded with a lively discussion, with students actively asking questions.