OUR STORY

KOS Magazine began as a simple idea - sharing stories of change-makers.

KOS aims to focus on the stories of how everyday people are using their quality time to positively impact their local and wider communities and create change. We think that change comes in a variety of forms and value sharing a diverse and wide range of voices on how to best implement and create change for a multitude of communities.

“When Sarah first introduced the concept of KOS to me, I couldn’t quite believe that I had found someone who was so like me in every value and vision for the future. It was like our meeting was meant to be. I hadn’t just found a business partner but more importantly, I found a sister,” Natalie said.

“Natalie believed in sharing stories of those who are driven to make a difference. It was this desire of being a voice for those who deserve to be heard that connected us two and motivated us to launch this project,” Sarah said.

KOS noun, plural (kos.)

The Norwegian definition of KOS (cosiness) goes way beyond the Danes’ “hygge”, the Americans’ “perfect moment”, or the stressed society’s “quality time”. Norway's mighty nature and distinct changes of seasons make people gather together to create intimate moments of cosiness. Ultimately, KOS aims to focus on the stories of how everyday people are using their quality time to positively impact communities and create change.

MEET THE TEAM

FOUNDER
Sarah Ramantanis is Chair of the Australian Youth Affairs Coalition and the Founder of KOS Magazine. She has recently become a Marketing and Communications Coordinator at the University of Melbourne. In her spare time, she is also involved with NEXUS Australia,UNICEF and The Centre of Youth Policy and Education Practice at Monash University. Sarah holds a Master of Marketing and Communications from Monash University, completed the AICD Governance NFP Directors course, is a TEDx speaker and is a 2023 McKinsey and Co. Rising Young Leader.

FOUNDER
Natalie Williams is a multi-disciplinary creative from Naarm, Melbourne. In their early creative career, they have interned at Archer Magazine, Australian Poetry and Girlfriend Magazine, participated as a mentee in Melbourne Women in Film Festival's Critics Lab, and they are currently the Digital & Marketing Coordinator at Melbourne's home for books, writing and ideas - The Wheeler Centre. Through all her work, Natalie has a keen focus on heartfelt storytelling that showcases the intricacies of what it means to be human. You can find her on twitter or instagram attempting to do this life thing with kindness and humour.

MANAGING EDITOR
Constance Allan is an emerging writer from Brisbane currently living in Rainbow Beach. Her work can be found in Issue 03 of RARA Magazine and The One Woman Project’s Isolation Anthology. Constance has a Bachelor of Fine Arts majoring in Creative and Professional Writing (with Distinction) from Queensland University of Technology. When she’s not writing, Constance can almost certainly be found indulging in baked goods or soaking up Queensland’s natural landscape. She is currently working on her first novel.
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CREATIVE DIRECTOR & HEAD OF MARKETING
Amelia Asciutto is an aspiring graphic designer and Melbourne-based student. She has been involved in all things creative since she could walk, and is deeply passionate about psychology, LGBTQIA+ issues, equality, social issues, and women’s leadership in business. On the daily, Amelia can be found researching, getting creative, debating, and sipping endless cups of coffee. Follow Amelia on Instagram.

DEPUTY EDITOR
Ava Govanstone is a bourbon-sipping gremlin of Melbourne, originally hailing from regional Victoria. A recent graduate from a Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) from RMIT, Ava is passionate about social justice, macroeconomics, and old pieces of rock. A proud member of Melbourne’s hospitality community, she frequently competes in cocktail competitions and writes for several bartending publications. See Ava’s work here.

JOURNALIST
Joanne Fong is an emerging writer and journalist based in Melbourne. She holds a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science (Honours), majoring in Literary Studies and Molecular Biology/Biochemistry from Monash University. Her background ranges from Marketing & Communications Intern at the Leukaemia Foundation, Contributor for Monash publication “Lot’s Wife” and Researcher investigating therapeutic drug development and the immunological drivers of lung transplant rejection. Joanne can be found taking long walks listening to the Harry Potter audiobooks read by Stephen Fry on repeat. See Joanne’s work here.

PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGER & WRITER
Natasha Aulia is a Melbourne-based PR coordinator, writer and freelance designer. Having graduated with a Bachelor of Design and a Bachelor of Media and Communication from Swinburne University, she now spends her time exploring her creative passions and writing colourful stories highlighting the great and not-so-great parts of being a human being. On her off days, Nat also works as florist assistant, and can spend hours at time basking in the outdoor sun surrounded by nature. When not planning her next travel adventure or hobby, you can likely find her hiking, near a beach or browsing Depop.

JOURNALIST
Demi Ball is a journalist from Tamworth, NSW. She studied her Journalism degree at UNSW, during which time she went on exchange to the UK and was a contributing writer for a variety of university publications. With a passion for regional issues stemming from her country upbringing, Demi enjoys writing about people and places from all walks of life. She currently studies a Masters of Speech Pathology and is completing a full-time acting for television program. See Demi’s work here.

WRITER
Deborah Prospero is a passionate youth advocate, an English teacher, and an intersectional feminist. With an international and global studies background, she is also an emerging writer with a keen interest for exploring issues around gender, race, the environment, and all things Chinese and Latin American. When not working or studying, you can find her rock climbing, beading jewellery, and playing Scrabble. See Deborah’s work here.

PHOTOGRAPHY
Nalisha Kumarasinghe is currently working as a secondary school teacher for photography, helping VCE kids harness their inner creativity and focus on creating fun content. Nalisha has always been passionate about creating content and taking photographs and believes that each individual has a creative side to them and strives to captivate and motivate people through his content. Nalisha loves capturing portrait images of people in various elements. Additionally, he is focusing his energy on video content and aerial photography.
Working for KOS magazine has really helped him push beyond his limits to try new things and open up his horizons to bigger opportunities. His ultimate goal is to portray a deeper story through his photographs. Follow Nalisha on Instagram.

GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Claudia Schonfeldt is a passionate graphic designer and social media enthusiast from Melbourne, Victoria. She currently works in the Graphic and Learning Design field while also completing her double degree in Communication Design and Marketing at Swinburne University of Technology. In her spare time, Claudia loves to focus on developing her skills in the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and content creation. Follow Claudia on Instagram.

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
Emily Price
Emily Price is a Social Media Assistant & Communications Coordinator from Melbourne, Victoria. Recently relocated from Newcastle, NSW, Emily graduated from the University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Creative Industries with Distinction at the end of 2020. Focusing primarily on Visual Communication & Digital Design, Emily has always had a passion for the arts & social media wanting to inspire the next generation of creatives.
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Want to work with the team?
Check out the volunteer roles available on our Get Involved Page.