Billie Phillips was the Communications and Outreach Officer in the Asia and Pacific Region based in Canberra.

Phillips’ work focused on increasing awareness and visibility of International IDEA’s activities and programming throughout the region. She implemented the regional communications strategy and provided media support to the Asia and the Pacific team. She analysed media sentiment and drove the creation of content around key issues and publications.

Phillips’ previous work experience includes serving as a Public Information Officer for UNHCR, the Refugee Agency, in Myanmar, where she represented the Agency to international press and created content spotlighting protection and programming activities. She has also consulted on communications, advocacy and research for organisations including Oxfam and UNESCO. She is a former journalist with bylines in publications including TIME Magazine and The Diplomat.