Canadian MK Dan Illouz To Address Israel’s Current State And Yom San Remo’s Significance

Illouz was born in Montreal, Canada, in 1986, to parents of French and Moroccan descent. He began his journey as a passionate advocate for Israel during his university years, studying at Yeshivat HaKotel in the Old City of Jerusalem. After completing his studies, he returned to Canada and pursued a bachelor’s degree in law at McGill University, where he actively engaged in efforts to support Israel on campuses and strengthen the Jewish and Zionist identity among students, including serving as President of the Hillel.

In 2009, Illouz made Aliyah to Israel, where he obtained a master’s degree in public policy from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. He later earned certification as a lawyer and served in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Currently, Dan serves in the International Law department of the military prosecutor’s office and resides in Jerusalem with his wife, Bat-El.

Throughout his career, Illouz has held various positions, including working in the Department of International Agreements at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and at the Herzog, Fox, Neeman & Co law firm. He has also been deeply involved in community and outreach projects, including managing outreach initiatives for the Yesha Council.

Dan’s political journey includes serving as a legislation advisor to Member of Knesset Yariv Levin, becoming a Jerusalem City Council member and heading the local audit committee. He has managed the activities of the Zionist Organization of America in Israel and served as a community manager at the Kohelet Forum.