Viorica Olaru 

Author of 8 books and 35 studies about contemporary history, human rights, and sustainable development.

Strong academic and research background: Visiting Researcher (Post Doctorate) at Uppsala University (Uppsala, Sweden), Ph.D. with Magda cum Laudae of „Al. I. Cuza” University (Iasi, Romania), MA in S-E European Studies (State University of Moldova).

Experienced coordinator and manager with a demonstrated history of working in international affairs (UN Agencies: UNDP and IOM; EU Agencies: ICMPD; ) and the sustainable green industry (Nordex Group, Nordic Region, Sweden).

Skilled in Project Life-Cycle, Institutional Development, Migration and Diaspora, Result-Based Management, Human-rights-based Approach, Theory of Change, Fundraising, Communication, Gender Mainstreaming, Data Collection, Innovative Methodologies, Interactive Methods of Working with the Public, etc.

Diaspora professional that strengthens and involves the Moldovan diaspora in Sweden in the "Casa Mare" community and creates bridges for knowledge and expertise transfer. 

Honorary citizen of Calarasi, the Republic of Moldova (entitled on March 2021).