The people behind AMBAS
Researchers, practitioners and mothers of children with ASD. Together we advance modern applied behavior analysis in Ukraine — from clinical practice and science to public policy.
Alla Moskalets
Co-founder & President of UABA · BCBA
A key specialist in the development of ABA in Ukraine. She opened ABA centers in Kyiv and Brno and designs and supervises programs for children and teens with developmental disabilities. Researcher at Masaryk University.
Alina Ivanenko
Behavior analyst · PhD, associate professor
8+ years in special and inclusive education. Specializes in early intervention, AAC and challenging behavior (ABA, ESDM). Author of 60+ scientific publications.
Yevheniia Panichevska
Public leader · inclusive policy
Heads the “Association of Parents of Children with Autism” and the “Institute of Social Policy”. Member of the Autism Council at the Ministry of Education. Mother of 19-year-old Tymur, who has ASD.
Oksana Hunko
Communications · future analyst (IBA)
A journalist with 14+ years of experience (incl. Ukrainska Pravda), writing about education and inclusion. Since 2024 training as a behavior analyst. Mother of 21-year-old Hryhorii, who has hearing loss and ASD.