About

Ilona is a PhD student in the Adult Education and Community Development program at the University of Toronto - OISE.

Her research interests focus on LGBTQ youth homelessness, youth culture, and support services. The main question that drives Ilona's work and passion is "where is the support?" She strives to find where the support is for LGBTQ youth who are homeless in Toronto and to help share the voices of a population of people who are often silenced and unheard.

Ilona is interested in arts-informed research and media activism and is always thinking of new ways to spread awareness and hope.

She paints on canvas, wood, and concrete - using acrylics, spray paint, nails, wire, and screens. Ilona is inspired by pink skies, observation, and hope.