Yelena worked in the CHOICE campaigns team from 2022–2024.

Before joining CHOICE she completed a double Bachelor's degree in International Studies and Social Science and pursued a postgraduate degree in Humanitarian and Development Studies. She's also interned with the anti-child trafficking organisation ZOE Australia and volunteered at the United Nations Association of Australia.

She loves nature, so outside of work you're likely to find her discovering all the beautiful natural sites Australia has to offer.