MEET THE TEAM
Meet the team that brings Rebelle to life! We are a passionate and creative team of volunteers from Toronto and beyond! With a common goal to highlight deserving talent and bring important topics to light, each member of the team brings their unique skills and style to Rebelle Zine.
MEET THE TEAM
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MEET THE TEAM ●
MINH (SHE/HER)
PROJECT MANAGER | LIBRA-
Heyyy I'm Minh! I'm one of the project managers for Rebelle Zine. I've loved reading, writing, and volunteering for independent magazines/zines my entire life, so being able to support Rebelle Zine and being able to see all the amazing work everyone on the team does to contribute to the zine is a really amazing feeling! During my free time, you'll usually find me working on writing more of my ever-growing pile of lesbian sci-fi and fantasy stories, learning how to sew, planning meetups for my local queer writing group, and trying out new niche perfumes so I can be the best (weirdest) smelling person in the room.
What inspires me: My ambitious and creative friends, digging through old historical and academic theory books on fashion and communication, and creative cooks like @chuckycruz
Hit me up for: Perfume and book recs, cooking/baking recipes, a secondary reader
You can find me: @justminhty on IG and @torontoqueerwriters
AMANDA (SHE/HER)
PROJECT MANAGER | AQUARIUS-
Hi, I’m Amanda, one of the Project Managers at Rebelle Zine! I’ve always enjoyed writing, drawing, and painting as creative outlets. My background in marketing and communications has taught me how to bring ideas to life and share meaningful stories, so I am excited to be part of a team that uplifts and amplifies the voices of women and queer creatives. Outside of Rebelle, I’m usually journalling, watching reality TV, listening to a true crime podcast, or getting lost in music (my playlists have no genre loyalty). I also love being outdoors, whether it’s going on a walk or run, exploring a new café spot, or taking a trip somewhere scenic.
What inspires me: Nature, people talking about their passions or creative pursuits, a song with a powerful beat
Hit me up for: Matcha, coffee, walks, day trips to small towns, or a musical
You can find me: @amandalin46 on IG
SHANNORA (SHE/THEY)
PROJECT MANAGER & FINANCIAL COORDINATOR | SAGITTARIUS-
Heyhey, I’m Shannora! I’m a Project Manager and Financial Coordinator for Rebelle Zine. As a self-proclaimed ‘patron of the arts’ from Scarborough, I’m always looking for ways to encourage and uplift artists in the GTA! I’d like to do my part in creating spaces for representation that reflects the people I see around me, everyday. I love art of all forms, and I have an even stronger love for theatre and film as an actor-director. When I’m not busy in the spotlight, you can find me crafting, watching movies, vibing to music, or playing video games.
What inspires me: overpriced objects that I can replicate as a DIY project and a well-timed soundtrack.
Hit me up for: a script reader, game recommendations/rants, and help with craft projects! <3
You can find me: @shannora.mov on IG
SERINA (SHE/HER)
GRAPHIC DESIGN TEAM LEAD | SAGITTARIUS-
My name is Serina, I'm the graphic designer for Rebelle Zine. When I'm not creating super wicked graphics for the zine and social media, I'm usually at home watching Twitch streams and YouTube videos. When I have a burst of energy and inspiration, I like to paint, draw, knit, or make bread . I also love watching movies and will go to the theatre any chance I get.
What inspires me: I can find inspiration from anything or anyone as long as it peaks my interest
Hit me up for: Underrated horror movie recommendations
You can find me: @velvet.daydreams on IG
KEIRA (SHE/THEY)
SOCIAL TEAM LEAD | SAGITTARIUS-
Hiii, I’m Keira !!! And I am a TikTok content creator for Rebelle Zine. I’m a video editor, and full-time lover of all things media. I’ve been making videos for as long as I can remember—editing on Windows Movie Maker when I was eight, dabbling in YouTube during high school, and eventually getting to work professionally with creatives across Ontario. These days, I get to bring ideas to life for spaces like Rebelle, who allow myself and others to speak for their community and to know that there is a space to bring people together who feel like maybe they have no space of their own! When I’m not making content I’m probably watching it; movies, reality tv, anime, YouTube… you name it I’m probably watching it and would talk your ear off about it if you let me !!!! :))
What inspires me: My community, my friends and the queer creatives that paved the way for so many!
Hit me up for: Matcha + a movie, fun facts about celebrities you probably don't care about and a good laugh!
You can find me: keirabenyi.com and @keirabenyi on ~almost~ everything else
SARAH (SHE/HER)
WEB TEAM LEAD | ARIES-
Hi, I’m Sarah! I am the Creative Director & Photographer for Rebelle Zine. As a Muslim woman of colour, Rebelle is so important to me because it gives underrepresented creatives, like myself, opportunities within the creative industries. Though my medium of choice is photography, I tend to dip my toes in all areas of Rebelle Zine to ensure everything runs smoothly, even if that means spending my 5-9 after my 9-5 working on the zine. Outside of Rebelle I try to make time for personal creative projects, tending to my ever-dying plants, cuddling kitties, turning my living room into a karaoke lounge, lighting pretty candles in the name of self-care, and exploring the city’s hidden gems before they get too popular on TikTok.
What inspires me: Girl boss creatives living their best life in the city like @nawalsari and @jvff3ry
Hit me up for: Photoshoot collabs in Toronto, thrifting + bubble tea dates, big sister advice
You can find me: @snappedbysarahmc on IG & mcintyresarah.com
AMAL (SHE/HER)
WEB DESIGNER | SAGITTARIUS-
Hi! I'm Amal. I'm part of the Web Design team at Rebelle Zine. My perspective and all that I do is informed by a deep love and care for the people around me. I am a big believer in community first. I come from a teaching background, and so this feeling started with being a care figure in the lives of young folks - teaching high school and diving into critical and decolonial pedagogy are my personhood. However, I live a very "wherever the universe takes me" type of lifestyle, and so while I have transitioned out of teaching, I still try to maintain my ties to my community and engage in different ways. Outside of my creative and care work, I am an ameteaur gardener (my microgreens WILL sprout!), fighter of beach waves, biker girlie, and reality TV connoisseur.
What inspires me: The growth of my monstera, the right song at the right time
Hit me up for: Web design (I love to work with small businesses to develop their e-commerce/digital presence!), intense conversations about TV + if you need a hypeman
You can find me: i'm in the process of transferring domains right now lol! for now its amals-uxdesign.com
SAL (THEY/THEM)
WEB DESIGNER | TAURUS-
hi, I'm Salem! I'm a member of the Web Design team for Rebelle Zine, as well as a freelance designer and published poet and essayist (check out Issue 03 to read one of my poems!). My writing explores themes of identity, technology, space, nature, and the uncomfortable. When I'm not huddled in front of my computer in the dark working on designs or writing my latest poem, I like to spend time reading solarpunk fiction, playing on my switch, and going on walks to free little libraries around my neighborhood.
What inspires me: the number of indie zines, mags, and small presses popping up in the literary scene
Hit me up for: obscure TV show recommendations, funky space facts, poetry over-analysis
You can find me: salempaige.com or @corpseofapoet elsewhere!
DINA (SHE/HER)
WEB DEVELOPER | AQUARIUS-
Hi! I'm Dina and to Rebelle Zine I'm a Web Developer! Outside of Rebelle I study Engineering Physics at McMaster, produce, write, play and sound eng/mix music, and I nerd out on technology I can create with. Currently it's been SCADA and Ruby. There's so many functional labels I could use to describe my life experiences like African, Muslim, an immigrant and so on that I believe have given me experiences and interactions I use to inform my artwork and my contributions to non-profits/collaborative organizations like Rebelle (and open source projects on Github!). The creative process is already taxing and muddy and any technical or personal contribution I can make to help make that process easier for others especially those who have been barred from seeing how they can be creatives themselves is something I'm dedicated to, and so is Rebelle. I also really like cooking, reading poetry and making/drinking lots of brews of tea c:
What inspires me: fab musical weirdos like @jpegmafia and @sudanarchives
Hit me up for: music recommendation trades, tech help (just turn it on and off!) and long walks/hikes through woody trails
You can find me: @dinaelhanan on IG & dinaelhanan.com
VANESSA (SHE/HER)
COMMUNICATIONS TEAM LEAD | ARIES-
Hey, I'm Vanessa! I'm one of the Communications Coordinators for Rebelle <3 In 2023, I graduated from Carleton University with a degree in English and a minor in Women's and Gender Studies and love nothing more than to combine the two disciplines by reading and uplifting stories from marginalized creators. Throughout my journey as both a creative writer and English student, I've realized that I absolutely adore working with other creatives and love to lend my communication and editing skills on shared projects. When I'm not working, you can find me watching food and book related content on YouTube, drinking tea in any form, playing D&D with my friends, and starting (but rarely finishing) creative projects.
What inspires me: the passion and creativity of other people
Hit me up for: rants about Jane Austen adaptations, the best breakfast sandwich you'll ever have, & exploring bookshops
You can find me: @hippolyta.vi on IG & @hippolyta_vi on Storygraph
RAQUEL (SHE/HER)
COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR | CAPRICORN-
Hey, I'm Raquel, one of the Communications Coordinators at Rebelle Zine! I've always been passionate about storytelling and expressing creativity in all forms, whether I'm writing, drawing, or even just curating my monthly photo dumps. Being at Rebelle fulfills my desire to connect with and uplift fellow creatives, and I'm constantly inspires by the unique perspectives everyone brings! When I'm not working on Rebelle or being a marketing girl, I enjoy a fun coffee and thrifting date, reading a good book, journaling, and watching (way too many) movies.
What inspires me: Connecting with nature, seeing my favourite bands and artists live, and witnessing others pursue their passions.
Hit me up for: Book recs, thrifting & coffee dates, and bad jokes
You can find me: @rpvredes on IG!
ANVAYA (SHE/HER)
EVENTS TEAM LEAD | SAGITTARIUS-
Hi, I’m Anvaya! I’m an Event Coordinator for Rebelle Zine. I’m passionate about creating and curating experiences that bring people together, while also making space for emerging creatives to showcase their work and feel represented in meaningful ways. Outside of Rebelle, I work in fashion as an Art Director and Graphic Designer, always exploring new ways to tell stories visually. Beyond that, you’ll most likely find me wandering the home section of a thrift store, tinkering with DIY projects, or working on my art as I slowly discover my style and build a body of work.
What inspires me: People, nature, and the small moments in daily life
Hit me up for: Graphic design help, thrifting home decor, reality TV hot takes
You can find me: @anvayad on IG
ASHA (SHE/HER)
WRITER | LEO-
Hi, I'm Asha! I'm a writer for Rebelle Zine. My academic background is in journalism but I love storytelling and creativity in all forms. I hope that my writing can show that every person has an interesting story that deserves to be told. Outside of Rebelle, I freelance write about the environment, feminism, veganism , queerness, and anything else that makes me tick.
What inspires me: People unapologetically supporting the arts and thrift store trinkets
Hit me up for: Conversations about school band, feminist lit, vegan dishes + thrfiting.
You can find me: Twit: @swannasha IG: @ashaswann and ashaswann.com