Founder & Lead Genealogist
Olena VladykaOlena Vladyka is a genealogist, researcher, and founder of RODYNA Agency, the first Ukrainian-based organization dedicated exclusively to genealogical research for descendants of Ukrainian emigrants. With a Master’s degree in History and Cultural Studies from the Ukrainian Catholic University, Olena brings a rigorous academic approach to uncovering family histories and preserving cultural memory.
Her journey into genealogy began in 2020, sparked by a wave of research requests from Brazilians of Ukrainian descent. What started as a personal interest quickly evolved into a professional mission to help individuals around the world reconnect with their Ukrainian roots.
Since founding RODYNA in 2021, Olena has led a team of four specialists in completing over 100 genealogical cases across more than 20 countries, including Brazil, Canada, the United States, Argentina, Australia, and Israel. The agency specializes in archival research, ancestral village identification, surname analysis, and the creation of extended family trees, heritage maps, and visual genealogical charts.
In addition to client work, Olena is passionate about education and community engagement. She regularly hosts workshops and lectures to empower others in their own genealogical pursuits. In 2023, she led a lecture series across southern Brazil titled How to Find Your Relatives in Ukraine, offering practical tools and foundational methods for descendants of Ukrainian immigrants.