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Soubhagyaa S.
“I’d rather care too much than not at all.”
Founder , Chairwoman , Editor in cheif
Part of Harvard Crimson Global Ambassador Program Published Author across HarperCollins (online story) CAAB Scholastic (Anthology publications) BriBooks (3 books with ISBNs + National Awards) Teen Ink (Articles & Poetry)
“The Obsidian Review was never meant to be loud—only to leave something lasting.”
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SOCIETY ROLES & FILING PARAMETERS
entry No. 01
LITERARY LEAD
Tasked with extracting essence from raw creative works. You oversee the curation of poetic and prose movements, safeguarding the writer's intent while upholding our elite archival grades.
Mandate: High-level textual empathy and adherence to constant weekly vetting periods.
Portal & Governance
entry No. 02
CHIEF OF LOGISTICS
The central nerve center of our creative flow. You govern the architecture of internal systems, managing the flow of data, archival logs, and the cadence of our publication cycles.
Mandate: Exceptional procedural focus and a drive for total operational fluidity.
entry No. 03
DIGITAL CURATOR
Visionaries who craft sophisticated visual assets and cinematic content
Mandate: Superior verbal clarity and a commitment to international visibility.
Our collective thrives on subtle influence and exactitude. We prioritize the weight of intention over rigid form. Every operative works remotely within this student-led global network.
The Obsidian Society Enrollment
We appreciate your intention to join The Obsidian Society, the administrative force behind The Obsidian Review. Our society is a borderless collective of analysts, visual creators, and strategists dedicated to immortalizing the works of emerging global writers. Every dossier is scrutinized with care. Prospective candidates may be engaged for further clearance interviews before final induction. We expect comprehensive and meaningful responses to all inquiries within this document.
ENROLLMENT HUB
Each submission is processed with deliberate care. Qualified prospects will receive a transmission through archival channels regarding the next phase.
Obsidian Society Archive // System-Ref: OS.APP.2026.RT // Restricted access portal
THE OBSIDIAN SOCIETY CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL ARCHIVE
AUTHORIZED ACCESS ONLY Personnel records of The Obsidian Review
SECURE DATA CLEARANCE
Dossiers within The Obsidian Society
CLARICE
role - Head Of Social Media
status - Active
clearance - Level 01
notes -
Believes every creative writing is a part of the writer's soul, and a way to connect each souls to one another.
Leading and connecting affairs and needs, one letter at a time.
credentials -
Founder of From Me To Me
Harvard Crimson Ambassador
Art @nympha.cee on instagram
MUNs, and many more competition participation.
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ELA ÖZÇELIK
role- Creative Editor and Narrator
status- Active
clearance- Level 02
notes-
Engagement with narrative structures is consistent.
Shows preference for work that reflects lived experience.
Boundaries between fiction and reality appear intentionally blurred.
credentials-
Harvard Crimson Global Ambassador
Narrative System Architect
Digital Voice Consultant
Strategic Storytelling Lead
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PRINCINA
role- Script Writer
status- Active
clearance- Level 02
notes-
Possesses a sharp analytical lens for deconstructing recurring motifs in modern storytelling.
Exhibits extreme neutrality and detail in all critical summaries and editorial reviews.
credentials-
Harvard Crimson Global Ambassador • Aspiring medical professional interested in healthcare, psychology, and human behavior
• Founder of Out of Syllabus, a youth-led passion project focused on adolescent well-being and personal growth
• Interested in youth development, education, and community impact
• Passionate about storytelling, research, and the ideas behind impactful narratives
MAHNOOR FATIMA
role- Chief of Staff
status- Active
clearance- Level 02
notes-
Research-driven editorial leadership across law, finance, and journalism.
Recognized as a top 10% researcher in the Lumiere Education Research & Publication Program.
Winner of MOK Moot Court, competing against senior LLB students.
First-place winner, Women’s Entrepreneurship Competition.
Published journalist and writer across multiple national and international platforms.
credentials-
Lumiere Research Scholar
MOK Moot Court — Winner
Women’s Entrepreneurship — 1st Place
Published Journalist & Writer
Hassan Ali Hassan Role
role: Director of Partnerships Status: Active
Clearance: Level 02
Executive Summary & Core Competencies Demonstrates exceptional strategic foresight in driving outreach, securing key institutional partnerships, and building high-impact collaborative networks across international literary and youth platforms. A proactive community builder with a proven track record of pioneering student-led initiatives, specializing in public relations, strategic outreach, research and development (R&D), and youth empowerment.
Credentials
International Chapter Leader (Iraqi Chapter) – BizKids Head of R&D and Public Relations – MesoStem (First student-led STEM club/team) Academic Status – High School Senior Student (Preparatory Grade, Iraq)
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ARFA NAVEED
role- Content Lead
status- Active
clearance- Level 03
notes-
Displays peak editorial judgement and meticulous planning.
Heavily focused on the structural integrity and technical refinement of all published materials within the society.
credentials-
Participated in the 10th International English Language Olympiad
Global Student Ambassador for Crimson Education
Secured Third place in an english writing competition
Participated in the Harvard Crimson Global Essay Competition 2025
Participated in the 20th International Kangroo Linguistics Contest
Student Leader at school
Manager, Editorial Writer and Community Outreach for BrainInk Magazine
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SARA
role- Video Editor
status- Active
clearance- Level 02
notes-
Translates literary concepts into complex visual language.
Specializes in high-contrast minimalism and ensures the protection of the Obsidian brand identity across all media.
credentials-
Certificates in STEM events
Certificates in Art events
Been in the school council
Participated in MUNs
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ANHITA
role- Managing Editor
status- Active
clearance- Level 03
notes-
Oversees the editorial direction and literary integrity of The Obsidian Review. Coordinates the editorial team, supervises the review and refinement of submissions, and ensures that every published piece meets TOR’s standards of quality, clarity and originality.
Maintains the editorial workflow, monitors deadlines and facilitates collaboration between editors and writers to ensure a consistent and thoughtful publication process.
credentials-
Experience in editorial leadership and literary curation
Coordinates editorial teams and publication workflows
Experience in writing, reviewing and refining literary work
Contributes to maintaining the quality and consistency of published content
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YANNIS GABRIEL
role-Non Fiction Editor
status- Active
clearance- Level 01
notes-
Demonstrates a thoughtful approach to storytelling, combining analytical thinking with creative expression. Brings experience in research, debate, and editorial refinement to support clear, engaging, and impactful written narratives.
Editorial note: Subject has an unusually high incidence of quotable statements. Further documentation advised.
credentials-
Received a distinction at the Junior Debate Olympiad in Bucharest
Active volunteer on 7 Cups, where careful listening, clear written communication, and attention to detail are essential.
Participated in competitive debate
Experienced in reviewing and refining written work to improve clarity, coherence, grammar, and overall effectiveness.
Publicated an article on the mental health of students in the regard of grades
Familiar with formal writing styles and the importance of accuracy, source verification, and logical structure in non-fiction content.
Completed professional learning courses through LinkedIn Learning
Strong research skills developed through debate preparation, Model United Nations conferences, and independent academic projects.
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CLEARANCE: CLASSIFIED