We transform passive diversity into active inclusion:
one language,
one classroom,
one connection
at a time.
OUR TEAM
Meet the people behind the mission
Elinor Gefen-Rotstein
FOUNDER & Executive Director
Elinor holds a unique dual perspective on building both physical and social environments that bring people together.
With nearly two decades of experience as an architect in Israel and the US, her experience covers varying scales and fields, driven by a passion for creating meaningful, sustainable spaces that enhance people's lives.
Since 2018, she has served as the volunteer director of the World Language Program in Bedford, MA. Seeing the positive impact it has on her community, she decided to pivot from the built environment to found Community Language Project, with a mission of bringing people together and cultivating a vibrant, multicultural social fabric.
Anais Espinal
BOARD MEMBER
Anais brings over a decade of experience leading high-impact R&D teams and driving innovation at organizations like Tiffany & Co. and United Technologies. With a PhD in Materials Science and a proven track record in strategic project management, her expertise in scaling complex initiatives and fostering collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams is a tremendous asset to our team.
Beyond her professional achievements, Anais is an active advocate for CLP mission, having served as a Spanish volunteer instructor since 2024. Her unique perspective as a scientist, leader, and community member is instrumental as we expand our reach to schools across Massachusetts.
Sonia Leven
BOARD MEMBER
Sonia joins us with an incredible background as a Senior R&D Counsel at Takeda and nearly two decades of legal and contract management experience in the biotech and healthcare sectors. As we continue to scale our mission of building common bonds through language, Sonia’s strategic insight and professional expertise is an invaluable asset to CLP.
Beyond her professional achievements, Sonia has served as a board member at Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE), a globally recognised non-profit organisation focused on environmental conservation and sustainable, socially just development.
We're not just introducing languages -
We're shaping inclusive & welcoming communities.
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As an immigrant from Israel, I understand the profound impact cultural connection and belonging have on individuals and communities.
What began as a simple Hebrew language class in 2018 evolved into something much more meaningful - a bridge between cultures, a celebration of diversity, and a foundation for understanding and respect.
ELINOR GEFEN-ROTSTEIN
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As an immigrant from Venezuela and with my husband from Italy, having a multicultural background is extremely important to our family. We speak three languages at home, and the program has been instrumental in showing our 8-year-old son that knowing another language isn't something to hide - it's an actual superpower!
ANAIS ESPINAL
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