Our 25-26
Editorial
Board
Introducing our Leadership Team!
Editorial Board
Haru Kim
founder and Editor-in-Chief
Hi everyone, I’m Haru, a Year 12 student at CIS. I am the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of The HEARD Journal. I was inspired to start The HEARD Journal due to my natural love for storytelling and passion for uplifting girls’ voices. I hope that through The HEARD Journal, we can make as many voices feel heard! Outside of The HEARD Journal, I enjoy debating, writing poetry, and dancing. I’m looking forward to working alongside this amazing team!
Ava Mak
co-founder and editor-in-chief
Hi! I’m Ava, a Y12 student at CIS, and I am the co-founder and editor in chief of the HEARD Journal. Haru and I started this initiative because we believe in the power of girl’s voices, as well as the importance of storytelling. Our goal is to create a space, where all girls feel HEARD and valued, no matter who they are. Outside of the HEARD Journal, I enjoy netball, hanging out with my friends, and baking. I can’t wait to see the amazing things The HEARD Journal achieves!
Janice Ong
Hi, I'm Janice, a Year 12 student at CIS, and I'm thrilled to be the Head of Digital Media for The HEARD Journal! I'm passionate about graphic design and web development, and I'm excited to combine these skills with my love for visual storytelling. I look forward to helping bring powerful articles to life by creating layouts where every girl feels seen, valued, and heard. Outside of design, my other interests include dancing, cooking, or spending time with my dog.
head of digital media
Hannah Liu
Sophie Martin
managing
editor
Yasmin Poureshagh
Managing editor & Head of outreach
Executive editor
Hi, I'm Hannah, a Y12 student at CIS. I'm the Managing Editor of the HEARD Journal. I have always been fond of the power of words (specifically poetry) and how a piece of writing alone can open doors for emotional depth and understanding. I'm really looking forward to creating within the HEARD Journal, and reading work from our passionate writers! I hope this opportunity invites girls to share their artistic story-telling abilities with the world. My other hobbies include filmmaking, photography, acting and crocheting. Excited to collaborate with this lovely team!
Hi, I’m Sophie, a Grade 11 Student at CDM, and I am the Head of Content and Sections of the HEARD Journal. I was drawn to The HEARD Journal because I love crafting stories that highlight girls’ perspectives and make people feel truly seen. Through my role, I help shape and organize the pieces that bring our contributors’ voices together into something meaningful and empowering. Outside of The HEARD Journal, I enjoy diving into big ideas, writing, and getting involved in my school community, and I’m so excited to grow alongside this incredible team!
Hi! I'm Yasmin, a Year 12 student at CIS, and I'm beyond honoured to be HEARD's Head of Outreach! I love reading and writing, and I hope that through this initiative, more people can be inspired to be storytellers. Whether it's writing poetry, creating art, or another form of creative expression, I hope that we can inspire girls to pursue their innate passions and creativity. In my free time, I love to bake, play netball, listen to music, and write. I can't wait to embark on this journey!
Lily McCappin
Jacey
Tsui
Head of arts
Hello! My name is Lily, Im currently a Year 12 student at CISHK, and I am the Head of Arts for the HEARD Journal. One reason why the HEARD Journal inspires me is because it gives everyone a voice, and allows them to share their unique stories and perspectives. In my role, I will use art to support the various themes. I design the journal covers and created other illustrations to be included throughout the journal. I really enjoy taking the ideas we want to communicate and turning them into visuals that feel meaningful and reflective of everyone’s perspectives. Alongside that, outside of The HEARD Journal, I enjoy playing tennis, talking about current affairs, writing short stories and spending time with my family and friends. I am beyond excitedly to be in this seem, and cannot wait to see what is coming !
Head of photography
Hi! I’m Jacey, a student at CISHK, and I am the Head of Photography for the HEARD Journal. My role within the journal will be to create photography for cover pages and the various articles within the journal, while supporting others trying to do the same. I think the HEARD Journal is impactful because it provides a widespread space for a variety of people globally to discuss important topics and share various mediums of art. Outside photography, I enjoy making films, crocheting, playing netball and volleyball as well as experiencing new things. Ultimately, I hope that in this role I hope to support HEARD photographers into finding their own unique view of the world around them so they can share it with the world, and I can't wait to get started!
Our Writers
Emma Demopoulos
News, Issues, Voices | Connecticut & Hong Kong
Aisha Abedin
Emma is an investigative journalist covering global news from Connecticut to Hong Kong, focused on amplifying youth perspectives on pressing issues.
Creative | Minneapolis, USA
Aisha is a creative storyteller based in Minneapolis, using her writing to explore the power of imagination and local community narratives.
Hannah Watkins
Issues, Creative | Norman, Oklahoma, USA
Sofia Lima
Hannah blends social commentary with creative prose to shed light on complex issues affecting youth in the American Midwest.
Issues, Creative | Hamburg, Germany
Sofia is a German-based writer exploring the intersection of modern social issues and creative expression within the European landscape.
Elyse Luong
News, Voices | Hong Kong, China
Sara Naraghi
Elyse captures the pulse of Hong Kong through dedicated news reporting and personal essays that reflect the city's unique cultural blend.
Issues, Voices | Hong Kong, China
Sara is a passionate advocate for youth representation in Hong Kong, writing deeply about socio-political issues and individual voices.
Danielle Choi
Creative, Issues | Seoul, South Korea
Shi Qi Ooi
Danielle is a Seoul-based writer who uses creative storytelling to unpack modern issues facing young people in South Korea today.
News, Issues, Voices, Creative | Hangzhou, China
Shi Qi is a versatile writer from Hangzhou, dedicated to exploring every facet of the human experience through news and creative pieces.
Alexis Tan
Creative | Hong Kong
Anaiya Metellus
Alexis is a creative force in Hong Kong, using her writing to paint vivid pictures of city life and internal emotional landscapes.
Issues, Voices, Creative | Sanford, Florida
Anaiya is a multi-talented writer from Sanford, Florida, who uses her platform to spark conversations about community and creativity.
Yasmin Poureshagh
Issues | Hong Kong
Hannah Liu
Yasmin is focused on raising awareness for local issues in Hong Kong, providing a clear and critical voice for her generation.
Creative | Hong Kong
Hannah explores the beauty of everyday Hong Kong through her creative writing, blending poetry and prose to capture the city's essence.
Evelynn Sze
Creative, Issues | Hong Kong, China
Gabrielle Lee
Evelynn is a thoughtful storyteller who balances her creative passions with a deep commitment to exploring social issues in Hong Kong.
News, Issues, Voices | Hong Kong, China
Gabrielle is a dedicated reporter in Hong Kong, capturing the vital news and voices that define the current youth experience.
Claire Li
Issues | Hong Kong, China
Sophie Chan
Claire uses her writing to shine a light on the complex social issues within Hong Kong, aiming for clarity and community empowerment.
Issues | Hangzhou, China
Sophie reports from Hangzhou, China, exploring deep-rooted social issues and providing a clear perspective for youth readers.
Eliette Vuchot
Issues, Creative | Hong Kong
Jamie Soo
Eliette is a Hong Kong-based writer who fuses creative vision with analytical reporting on the city's most pressing topics.
News, Issues, Voices | Hong Kong
Jamie is a multi-disciplinary writer in Hong Kong, dedicated to capturing news and voices that resonate with the local community.
Jamie Zhou
Issues, Creative | Hong Kong SAR
Hayley Hui
Jamie balances a keen interest in important social issues with a creative flair that makes her writing deeply relatable and impactful.
News, Issues | Hong Kong, China
Hayley is committed to delivering accurate news and exploring relevant issues within Hong Kong with a dedicated focus on truth.
Keira Lai
News, Issues, Voices | Hong Kong
Anna Li
Keira is an essential voice in Hong Kong journalism, blending hard-hitting news with sensitive explorations of identity and community.
Issues, Voices, Creative | Hangzhou, China
Anna is a multi-talented creator based in Hangzhou, dedicated to exploring complex issues through both analytical and creative lenses.
Monica Sun
Voices, Creative | Hong Kong, China
Sofia Angeles Roncal
Monica is a vibrant writer who brings unique creative energy to Hong Kong's cultural landscape, focusing on diverse stories and voices.
Issues, Voices, Creative | Callao, Perú
Sofia is a global voice based in Callao, Perú, passionate about bridging cultures through insightful writing on social issues and creativity.
Nicole Ching
Voices | Hong Kong, China
Anneleen Van Herck
Nicole provides a clear and resonant voice for Hong Kong's youth, telling the stories that define the city's current generation.
Issues, Creative | Belmont, Massachusetts
Anneleen is a Belmont-based writer who explores crucial youth issues through creative prosody and thoughtful cultural analysis.
Agrima Chatterjee
Creative, Issues | Haryana, India
Samantha Caudwell
Agrima is a writer from Haryana who uses both creative and social lenses to highlight the aspirations and challenges of youth in India.
Issues, Creative | Jakarta, Indonesia
Samantha reports from Jakarta, Indonesia, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of tradition, modern issues, and creativity.