Marie Olenych
About Marie Olenych
Marie Olenych serves as the Director of Refugee and Trafficking Services at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, a position she has held since 2020. She has a background in education and social services, with previous roles at various organizations including Catholic Charities and Commonwealth Catholic Charities.
Current Role at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Marie Olenych serves as the Director of Refugee and Trafficking Services at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2020. In this role, she oversees programs aimed at supporting refugees and trafficking survivors. Her work is based in Arlington, Virginia, where she has contributed to the organization's mission of providing assistance and advocacy for vulnerable populations.
Professional Experience Prior to USCRI
Before joining USCRI, Marie Olenych held the position of Deputy Director at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington from 2018 to 2020. In this role, she focused on enterprise, education, and employment initiatives. Prior to that, she worked as a Project Manager for Strategic Initiatives at Arc of Westchester from 2014 to 2018, and as Division Director at Commonwealth Catholic Charities from 2010 to 2014.
Educational Background
Marie Olenych studied at Florida State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Art History. She also completed a Master of Science in Early Childhood Education at the same institution. Her educational background provides a foundation for her work in social services and education.
Previous Roles in Education and Social Services
Marie Olenych has a diverse professional background in education and social services. She worked as a Faculty member at Florida State University from 1998 to 2003. Additionally, she served as an Inclusion Specialist at THOMPSON Child & Family Focus for one year in 2009-2010. These roles contributed to her expertise in supporting individuals and families in various capacities.