Marharyta “Margo” Atrepieva serves as an Administrator and Case Aide at the Ukrainian Society of Michigan (UASMI). She joined the organization in 2024 and has since dedicated herself to supporting Ukrainian refugees and immigrant families with professionalism, compassion, and deep personal understanding. Originally from Kharkiv, Ukraine, Marharyta holds a Master’s Degree in Law from Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University. Before moving to the United States, she worked at the General Prosecutor’s Office of Ukraine, where she gained valuable experience in legal administration and case coordination. After the war in Ukraine began, Marharyta resettled in the U.S. as a refugee, continuing her mission to help others rebuild their lives. Since 2023, she has also been working with Samaritas as a Case Manager, assisting refugees and immigrants from around the world. Her extensive experience includes helping clients apply for public benefits such as Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP, and cash assistance; obtaining work authorizations and Social Security numbers; scheduling appointments; and providing transportation, interpretation, and translation services. She also offers employment support and guidance through various USCIS processes and forms. In her administrative role at UASMI, Marharyta coordinates communication between clients, community organizations, and service providers. She manages scheduling, organizes meetings, and ensures that UASMI’s operations run smoothly and effectively. Known for her warm personality, strong communication skills, and tireless energy, Marharyta brings both professional expertise and heartfelt empathy to her work. Having personally experienced the challenges of starting over in a new country, she understands the struggles refugees face and strives to make their transitions as smooth and hopeful as possible. Her dedication, resilience, and passion for helping others make her an invaluable member of the UASMI team.