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Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors to Honor Howard Tellepsen and Kechi Okwuchi at Phoenix RISE – Houston

Written on September 15, 2026

300 guests will gather September 24 to celebrate two Houston-connected burn survivors and support lifelong recovery for the burn community.

Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors Announces New Partnership with BCEN

Written on August 28, 2025

Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors is excited to welcome our newest Phoenix Partner, Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN®).

You are not alone

Written on March 10, 2020

“You are not alone” is more than a phrase, it’s what we stand for. Together, we’re all walking an uncertain path - frankly, a path that burn survivors know all too well.

COVID-19 Response: Stay Connected

Written on March 14, 2020

As people around the world are affected by COVID-19 (coronavirus), Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors is responding to our community's need to stay connected by doing more of what we do: providing spaces, including virtual ones, for continued growth and healing together.

Book Review - In This Altered Body: A Survivor's Story of Resilience and Love

Written on May 20, 2025

To celebrate the incredible talent within our community and provide readers with a diverse range of inspiring stories, Journey Magazine highlights books by burn community authors in each edition. In this issue, we're proud to feature a review of In This Altered Body: A Survivor's Story of Resilience and Love by Charlene Pell.

Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors Announces New Collaboration with Kerecis

Written on March 12, 2025

Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors is excited to welcome our newest Phoenix Partner, Kerecis.

Announcement: New Location & Dates for Phoenix WBC 2025

Written by Amy Acton, RN, BSN on October 24, 2024

We are excited to announce that the Phoenix World Burn Congress 2025 will take place in a new location with updated dates! This decision allows us to provide an even more enriching and impactful experience for our burn survivors, caregivers, burn care professionals, and supporters.

Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors Announces New Partnership with Jensen Hughes

Written on September 24, 2024

Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors is excited to welcome our newest Phoenix Partner, Jensen Hughes.

Dedicated to Hearing and Amplifying the Survivor Voice

Written on May 23, 2024

Read Amy Acton's opening letter from our latest edition of Journey Magazine, where she discusses how community building, advocacy and research are central to Phoenix Society’s mission.

Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors Announces New Partnership with Mölnlycke Health Care

Written on March 28, 2024

Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors is excited to welcome our newest Phoenix Partner, Mölnlycke Health Care.