Olga Deutsch is sought after for her extensive expertise in the international arena,
particularly in the relationships between Israel and Eastern and Western European
countries, as well as in Israel-American relations.
Olga is a regular contributor to Israeli and international publications and a frequent commentator in the media on humanitarian aid, funding to NGOs, international development, post-October 7, antisemitism, efforts to delegitimize Israel, BDS, and civil society.
Before joining NGO Monitor, Olga held senior positions in the private sector in Europe
and Israel.
Her pro-bono work includes co-founding the Europe Forum, a leading platform for bringing together civil society organizations in Israel and Europe, and serving as a member of the Executive of the World Zionist Organisation.
After earning degrees from the University of Belgrade and the University of Munich in banking, insurance, and finance, she attended the School of International and Public Affairs of Columbia University in New York.
Olga is fluent in Serbian, English, Hebrew, and German.
She lives in central Israel with her husband and two
sons.
