Oleksandra Boiko

OLEKSANDRA BOIKO Interpreter & Cultural mediator --Athens, Greece EDUCATION Master degree in French and English languages and literature ABOUT ME Driven by a passion for intercultural communication and cultural exchange, I excel in bridging cultural gaps through effective interpretation and facilitation between individuals from diverse backgrounds. My strong language and communication abilities enable me to create a respectful environment, work effectively in a team, and find the right approach for any person or situation. WORK EXPERIENCE 2022 - present Hias Greece | Athens, Greece Interpreter and Cultural mediator Serving as the focal point for the Ukrainian community in Athens, organising and facilitating therapeutic groups for women using my intercultural skills. Providing consecutive interpretation and facilitation during individual and group meetings between beneficiaries and social workers, psychologists, and lawyers. Translating essential documentation and acted as the screening officer, becoming the primary point of contact for all incoming requests. Creating compelling content to effectively communicate and promote our Odesa I.I. Mechnikov National University 2011 - 2016 TRAINING PROGRAMS Collective healing approaches, working with displaced communities by Amna activities and services to the community. 2020 - 2022 Freelance Translator, Copywriter, and Private Tutor Established a freelance career in translation, copywriting, and private tutoring. Utilized my education and experience to provide accurate translations and PM + by Terre des hommes MGSC by Terre des hommes Vocational training for interpreters and intercultural mediators by ΚΕΚ ΓΣΕΒΕΕ, UNHCR and Ministry of Migration and Asylum engaging copy. Conducted personalized tutoring sessions, helping students achieve their language learning goals. - Alliance Française | Odesa, Ukraine Consultant, French Language Teacher and Translator Consulted visitors about cultural events, educational opportunities abroad, and language courses offered by the center. Organized extracurricular activities and events to enhance student engagement and cultural immersion. Taught French language to students of various levels, adapting to different paces, LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY including intensive courses. Provided translation services for documents and communications to support the Ukrainian: Native speaker center's diverse needs. English: Advanced (C1 level) REFERENCES French: Advanced (C1 level) Dimitra Mantzari Greek: Intermediate (B2 level) Phone: Hias Greece | MHPSS Coordinator Email : -- Katerina Merkt Alliance Française | Director Phone: - Email : -