The Phoenix is the symbol of the Order, denoting rebirth
The Order of the Phoenix is a group of adults set on protecting the wizarding world and preventing darkness from spreading. For a time, the Order of the Phoenix splintered into three separate factions - Heliopath, Ouroboros, and the Order of Statera. It has recently been revived in a show of unity by Harry Potter, Casimir Karkaroff and Claire Slater.
Known Leaders
Albus Dumbledore (1970-30 June, 1997)
Minerva McGonagall (30 June, 1997-2 May, 1998)
Alastor Moody (30 June, 1997-27 July, 1997)
Kingsley Shacklebolt (28 July, 1997-2 May 1998)
Harry Potter (Autumn 2022-May 2024)
Current Leadership Structure
The Order of the Phoenix reunified in January 2026. With their recent reunification the Order has decided to steer away from "leaders" and instead keep the Order as a pure democracy. While they have also decided to break themselves into squads, senior members are more guides, and not actually leaders.
Timeline
1970 - Order of the Phoenix formed by Albus Dumbledore
October 31, 1981 - Order dissolved due to the downfall of Lord Voldemort
June 23, 1994 - Order of the Phoenix reformed due to the return of Lord Voldemort
May 2, 1998 - Order of the Phoenix halted main operations with the final downfall of Lord Voldemort
Autumn 2022 - Order of the Phoenix reformed to balance the darkness brewing on the horizon
July 31, 2024 - Order splinters into 3 separate factions with the disappearance of Harry Potter (Heliopath, Ouroboros, Order of Statera)
January 10, 2026 - The Order of the Phoenix is reborn from the ashes with Harry Potter's return.