About Us

Promoting Human Rights in Malawi Through Solutions Journalism

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Our Mission

Our mission is to promote access to enjoyment of human rights amongst Malawians from all backgrounds through solutions journalism, advocacy, civic education, and community outreach.

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Our Vision

A Malawi nation in which every citizen enjoys all human rights regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances.

Our Values

  • Integrity
  • Inclusiveness
  • Transparency
  • Equality
  • Respect for Human Rights

Our Story

The Centre for Solutions Journalism was founded with a clear purpose: to amplify voices, break barriers, and create lasting change through the power of journalism and advocacy.

Based in Malawi, we recognized the critical need for media coverage that goes beyond simply reporting problems to highlighting solutions and positive change. Our approach combines traditional journalism with advocacy, civic education, and community engagement to create comprehensive campaigns that drive real impact.

We work at the intersection of media and human rights, believing that informed communities are empowered communities. Through our various programmes, we tackle some of the most pressing issues facing Malawians today, from sexual and reproductive health rights to girl-child education and democratic governance.

Our work is grounded in the principle that every person deserves dignity, respect, and access to their fundamental rights. We strive to be the bridge between communities and the information, resources, and advocacy they need to create positive change.

CSJ Team

Our Programme Areas

We focus on four key areas that are critical to human rights advancement in Malawi

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Human Rights

Advocating for the protection and promotion of fundamental human rights, including LGBTI rights, access to justice, and freedom of expression.

Key Initiatives:

  • Stop Homophobia Media Campaign
  • Access to Information Law Promotion
  • Legal literacy programmes
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Health & SRHR

Promoting sexual and reproductive health rights, safe abortion access, and comprehensive health education for all Malawians.

Key Initiatives:

  • Termination of Pregnancy Bill Advocacy
  • SRHR education campaigns
  • Community health outreach
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Girl-Child Education

Breaking barriers to education for girls through advocacy, community engagement, and policy reform to ensure every girl can complete her education.

Key Initiatives:

  • Teen Mothers Education Campaign
  • Community radio programmes
  • School re-entry advocacy
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Democracy & Governance

Strengthening democratic institutions, promoting transparency, and ensuring accountable governance at all levels.

Key Initiatives:

  • Civic education programmes
  • Election monitoring and reporting
  • Government accountability campaigns

Recognition & Partnerships

Our work has been recognized both locally and internationally. We are registered with the Malawi Government, the NGO Board, and are members of CONGOMA (Council for Non-Governmental Organisations in Malawi).

We work closely with international partners including AmplifyChange, Safe Abortion Action Fund, Solutions Journalism Network, and The Other Foundation, among others. These partnerships enable us to leverage global expertise while maintaining our local focus and community-driven approach.

Our solutions journalism approach has been particularly impactful, helping to shift media narratives from problem-focused to solution-oriented reporting that inspires action and positive change.

100+
Media Stories Published
15+
Active Projects
50+
Community Partners
1000s
Lives Impacted

Join Us in Creating Change

Whether you're a media professional, community leader, advocate, or simply someone who believes in human rights, there are many ways to get involved with our work.