Olena Borodyna
About Olena Borodyna
Olena Borodyna is an analyst specializing in geopolitical risks at the Overseas Development Institute (ODI), where she has worked since 2018. She holds a Master's degree from King's College London and has written extensively on the geopolitical implications of the Russia-Ukraine war.
Current Role at ODI
Olena Borodyna serves as an Analyst in the Global Risks and Resilience Programme at the Overseas Development Institute (ODI). She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the analysis of geopolitical risks and resilience strategies. Her work focuses on identifying and assessing risks that may impact global stability, particularly in relation to ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Previous Experience at Alaco
Before joining ODI, Olena Borodyna interned at Alaco for two months in 2018. During her internship in the London, England Metropolitan Area, she gained practical experience in risk analysis and geopolitical assessments, which laid the groundwork for her subsequent career in global risks.
Education and Expertise
Olena Borodyna has a strong academic background in geopolitics and languages. She earned a Master's degree in Geopolitics, Territory and Security from King's College London in 2018. Prior to that, she completed a Bachelor's degree in Chinese (Modern and Classical) and History at SOAS University of London in 2017. Additionally, she studied Chinese Language and Literature at Beijing Normal University during a year abroad from 2015 to 2016.
Focus on Geopolitical Risks
In her current role, Olena Borodyna writes extensively about geopolitical risks, particularly those associated with the Russia-Ukraine war. She highlights key risks to monitor in 2024, providing insights that inform policymakers and stakeholders about potential developments in the geopolitical landscape.
Senior Geopolitical Risks Advisor
Olena Borodyna holds the position of Senior Geopolitical Risks Advisor within ODI’s Global Risk and Resilience Programme. In this capacity, she leverages her expertise to guide analyses and recommendations regarding geopolitical threats and resilience strategies, contributing to ODI's mission of fostering global development and stability.