Estela Pineiro Kruik 

Member of board of directors Get Ready for Europe
EU and Governmental affairs at UEFA (Union of European Football Associations)

Get Ready for Europe represents, to me, a profound commitment to the European project and to the values that unite us rather than divide us. In a time of growing polarisation, I firmly believe in working together, seeking the common ground that brings our societies closer. Contributing to Ukraine’s preparation for EU integration is one of the strongest symbols of this belief: investing in people, in knowledge, and in a shared European future is a meaningful answer to the aggression and suffering caused by Russia’s war. By supporting Ukraine’s human capital as it moves toward the European space, we strengthen not only one country but the idea of Europe itself. I believe deeply that the EU is the most sustainable and enduring framework for cooperation, one that allows us to cherish our differences while growing our common purpose.