Yana is a Washington, D.C.–based researcher and educator specializing in Middle Easteran and Central Asian politics. With over a decade of experience in diplomacy, policy analysis, and academic instruction, she has worked with international organizations, NGOs, and educational institutions across Eurasia. She holds an MA in the History of Central Asia from St. Petersburg State University. Yana contributes independent insights on regional political dynamics, governance, and cross-cultural communication.