Romanian First Lady takes part in sixth Summit of First Ladies and First Gentlemen in Kyiv

25 August 2026 Romanian president Nicușor Dan’s life partner, Mirabela Grădinaru, took part in the sixth Summit of First Ladies and First Gentlemen held in Kyiv, at the invitation of Ukraine’s First Lady, Olena Zelenska. According to a post on the Facebook page “România în Lumină,” this year’s event focused on the resilience of societies in times of crisis and uncertainty, as well as the power of communities to recover, remain united and strong, and act for the good of citizens. The event had special significance as it coincided with the anniversary of Ukraine’s Independence Day. Mirabela Grădinaru expressed her admiration for the “extraordinary” resilience demonstrated by Ukraine in the context of the war and the determination of its people to defend their homes, freedom, identity and fut