Oksana Tashkinova is a Research Project Manager at the Resilience Research Centre. Holding a Master of Social Work and a Ph.D. in sociological sciences, her doctoral research focused on investigating issues related to the professional training and initial employment of Ukrainian youth. Before joining the Resilience Research Centre (RRC) in August 2023, Oksana accumulated 15 years of work experience in higher education institutions in Ukraine (Priazovskyi State Technical University) and Poland (University of Warsaw and Polish Institute of Advanced Studies (PIASt). During this time, she held various scientific, pedagogical, and administrative positions, had experience as a project manager in research and social projects. Oksana also served as a trainer for educational workshops and conducted professional development courses for teachers, aiming to enhance their pedagogical skills. Oksana has been recognized as an expert by the National Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education in Ukraine. Additionally, she actively participated in the Council of Young Scientists at the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. Oksana’s research interests cover a wide range of topics, including sociology of education, innovations in education, contemporary issues in social work, and forced migration, social and psychological support for displaced Ukrainian families, especially women and children. She has contributed to research projects in Poland and Great Britain, specializing in qualitative research methodologies with Ukrainian refugees. At Dalhousie University Resilience Research Centre, Oksana is involved in researching newcomer Ukrainian youth in Canada. Dr. Tashkinova contributes to designing qualitative methods, data collection, and analysis, with a specific focus on studying the experiences of newcomer Ukrainian youth in Canada. Beyond her professional commitments, Oksana values a balanced lifestyle. She enjoys reading for relaxation and knowledge. She’s also into running for physical well-being and has a passion for cultivating indoor plants, adding a touch of nature to her living space.