Romania's first lady to join humanitarian efforts led by Olena Zelenska's foundation

16 July 2026 Mirabela Grădinaru, the partner of Romanian president Nicușor Dan, will be involved in the activities of the foundation led by Olena Zelenska, the wife of Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky. Her role was confirmed by the Romanian president during a trip to Kyiv this week. The Olena Zelensky Foundation focuses on supporting family-based care, access to education and development, and offering psychosocial support, according to the organization’s website. Dan said that Mirabela Grădinaru will participate both domestically and internationally in the Foundation’s initiatives "because it is an issue that concerns her and I believe it is important for society.” The head of state recalled Mirabela Grădinaru's participation in the meeting organized by the first lady of the United S