About Me
Mariia Hirniak — researcher in international relations, analyst, and Japanese Government (MEXT) scholar. Master’s student at the International University of Japan, specializing in security, diplomacy, and conflicts in East Asia and Ukraine. Experienced in analytical work for ADASTRA, Scruples Research, as well as in cybersecurity and digital advocacy.
Education
Ukrainian Catholic University (Sociology), Tsukuba University (Japan), International University of Japan (International Relations).
What I Do
- Analytics at ADASTRA: research on the geopolitics of Southeast Asia with a focus on Japan, the US, China, and Australia.
- Strategic planning at Aimbulance: developing creative campaigns based on sociology and behavioral insights.
- Quantitative research at Scruples Research: experience with CATI surveys, field data, and processing socially significant inquiries.
- Cybersecurity at CyberFieldNET: threat detection, incident monitoring, and compliance audits.
- Journalism and OSINT research for WOMEN UA: documenting war crimes and advocating for women’s rights during the war in Ukraine.
What Matters to Me
My priorities are peacebuilding, human rights, access to education, and technology as a driver of humanitarian change. In my work, I strive to combine analytical precision with empathy for those affected by conflicts. I focus on trust, ethics, and evidence-based approaches.
Services I Can Offer
- International analysis (Asia, Ukraine, conflict studies)
- Strategic research (sociology, UX, campaigns)
- Cybersecurity and digital risk assessment
- Policy writing, analytical briefs, articles
- Public speaking, expert commentary, and conference participation
