Junior Researcher and Vitali Silitski Fellow 2026. Earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the Stockholm School of Economics in Riga (2021–2025), a Master’s degree with honors in European Studies from KU Leuven (2025–2026), and is currently pursuing an Advanced Master’s program in European Policy at KU Leuven (2026–2027). Has professional experience in fintech, international advocacy, media management, and policy analysis. Serves as editor for the Authoritarianism Watch section at The New Federalist and manages a student educational project.