Ilan (they/them) joined the Footsteps’ staff in October 2026. As the Community Engagement Associate, Ilan organizes community member events and the microgrant program, helping to build inclusive spaces for Footsteps members to connect with each other. As a genderqueer person, Ilan is passionate about celebrating difference and building communities where everyone is accepted and encouraged to express themselves. Ilan has worked in nonprofits supporting refugees, and has additional experience in music education.