A deeply personal journey of grief evolved into

a commitment to create something meaningful

The story of Nikki and Noah

Nikki and Noah shared a bond that was both powerful and deeply tender—a mother and son connected by a love that spoke beyond words.

Nikki was strength, grace, and unwavering devotion. Noah was light, joy, and wonder. Together, they created a love that continues to be felt far beyond their time here.

Though their lives were far too brief, their impact is enduring.

Their story is not defined by loss, but by love—and by the way it continues to inspire others.

It is through walking in their shoes—and in the shoes of so many others—that purpose began to take shape.

“Walking in their shoes became the beginning of something greater than grief—it became purpose.”

Their legacy lives on through the mission of IHS: to raise awareness, support families, and encourage early detection.

Because their story continues— in every life touched, and in every step forward. 🦋

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Meet The Beautyful Souls Of In Her Shoes Foundation

Everyone invited to serve on the Foundation and Honorary Board was chosen with great care. Each
person holds a meaningful connection to the origins, mission, and legacy of this foundation and reflects
the values upon which it was created

Alicia Alba de van der Dijs

Alicia Alba de van der Dijs

FOUNDER, CHAIRPERSON

Omar van der Dijs

Omar van der Dijs

VICE CHAIRPERSON

Janine Da Costa Gomez Knott

Janine Da Costa Gomez Knott

Secretary Committee

Rodolfo Pizziolo

Rodolfo Pizziolo

Treasurer

Margie Elhage

Margie Elhage

Chairperson Advocacy & Education Committee

Dr. Abelardo Morales

Dr. Abelardo Morales

Chairperson Medical Advisor

Zuleika Lasten

Zuleika Lasten

Chairperson Finance Committee

Caina van Loon- Perez

Caina van Loon- Perez

Chairperson Fundraising

Paul Durward

Paul Durward

Honorary Board Member

Omar de Windt

Omar de Windt

Honorary Board Member International Expansion & Communication Chair

Lynchie Blajic

Lynchie Blajic

Honorary Board Member

Alexia de Windt

Alexia de Windt

Honorary Board Member International Future & Mentorship Chair