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The Phoenix is a weekly magazine for 7–14-year-olds that’s packed with incredible comics and drawing guides that inspire kids to get reading, writing, and drawing.
In collaboration with Creative Access, the magazine is running the Phoenix Rising Project, an initiative whose aim is to address the chronic underrepresentation of minority groups within the industry.  The magazine seeks comic ideas for the younger end of its core readership (7-10). Successful applicants will receive paid development and support from The Phoenix team and possible publication within the comic itself.

AMIRA ISMAIL

Board Director

Amira is currently the Regional Programme Manager at the Ernst & Young (EY) Foundation. With a BA in History and an MA in International Relations from the University of Birmingham, Amira brings a rich background in youth engagement and empowerment.

Her dedication shines through her work with funders like the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation and her volunteer efforts with Chatham House, where she connects young people with key policymakers in international affairs.

Amira has also previously been a part of the programme We Don’t Settle emerged from, Don’t Settle, under Beatfreeks. She is deeply committed to creating safe spaces for young people to celebrate their lived experiences.