THE EDITORIAL TEAM

 

ALLY PORTEE, HEAD OF CONTENT

With 12 years of professional experience and having lived in 9 countries, with a background in International Relations, Ally has worked in private, nonprofit, and public sectors. Over the past 4 years she has developed an eye for couture craftsmanship, and she has learned how to put intricate and detailed collections into words. As a result, Ally has developed relationships with some of the world's most leading brands, covering four Paris Fashion Week shows a year, as well as fashion shows by Arab and European fashion houses. She currently writes for The Hollywood Reporter and Euronews, with bylines in Forbes, Harpers Bazaar, Refinery 29, and Vogue.

You will often find in life that challenges and high moments, valleys and peaks occur in cycles. When you come out of a season of pain and hurt, you will walk into a season of overflow and joy. This is how God often works. And it was in a season of extreme pain and challenge in 2012 that SEELE Magazine was born, but not in the form that you see it now. Seele started off as encouraging text messages to Ally's friends in 2013, and now it's an online magazine.

Having lived in Berlin and Beirut Ally, worked with refugees from over 15 nationalities in Germany, and with Syrian refugees in Lebanon. And every year since 2015, Ally has organized an International Women’s Day panel discussion, with the intent of bringing women together to discuss the importance of recognizing women’s achievements.

Photo Credit: Abdoul Kader Adjagbe

KEABETSWE CHAKELA, FAITH EDIITOR

Keabetswe, affectionately known as KB, is a writer, author, speaker and a devout servant of God, based in South Africa. Her literary journey is just one facet of her vibrant existence. KB's wisdom shines through her contributions to various Christian publications, her commitment to non-profit endeavours, and her roles as a businesswoman. She has a unique passion for vintage treasures and interior design, which is a reflection of her creative spirit.  Equipped with a Post-graduate degree in Environmental Management, KB initially ventured into the mining industry. However, the divine call in her heart led her to follow a different path, where she now finds immense joy following God's plan. She is the author of a recently released book "Why is God not Answering?" available on Amazon as well as her website gracemag.online

HAZZY REDGARD, CONTRIBUTOR

Hazzy is a product of God’s amazing grace and endless mercy. After straying from Him in her teens and battling with mental health and substance abuse issues, she now lives for Jesus who has inspired her to read the Bible daily and put it into practice!  This miraculous transformation was the result of eagerly examining the Bible with other God-fearing women. While she is still healing, Hazzy wishes to share her blessings and change the lives of other people, through the Gospel. Want to change your life?  You can get et in touch with Hazzy on Instagram or by emailing her: 1hazzyr@googlemail.com