We report on what's working — and hold the rest to account
The Centre for Solutions Journalism (CSJ) was founded with a clear purpose: to amplify voices of the marginalised, to break barriers to enjoyment of human rights, and create lasting change through the power of advocacy and communication.
Championing human rights, women empowerment, gender equality, sexual reproductive health and rights, the CSJ is Malawi’s trailblazing human rights media organisation making waves in the fight for a just and inclusive society. Driven by a steadfast commitment to empowering marginalised communities and advancing gender equality, sexual and reproductive health rights and democracy, this dynamic organisation is redefining the power of storytelling to drive meaningful and lasting change. The Centre advocates for human rights and practices journalism that goes beyond simply reporting problems, by highlighting solutions and positive change. Our work is grounded in the principle that every person deserves dignity, respect, and access to their fundamental rights regardless of sex, sexual orientation, language, religion, political or other opinion, nationality, ethnic, race, social origin, disability, property, birth, or other status. Our approach combines solutions 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.
Three commitments
Evidence, not anecdote
Every solution we cover is tested against the data. We report the limits and the failures as plainly as the wins.
Dignity first
People are not case studies. The consent, safety and humanity of the people involved come ahead of the story.
Useful to readers
We write so a reader can see what changed and how — reporting that informs action, not just attention.
Four programme areas
Human Rights
Malawi’s Constitution provides a strong human rights framework through its Bill of Rights, which protects freedoms of...
02Health & SRHR
We actively support access to comprehensive, high-quality healthcare, including family planning, safe abortion, maternal...
03Minority Rights
We work with minority groups in Malawi including LGBTIQA+ citizens, sex workers, persons with albinism, the elderly and...
04Climate Justice
We are contributing to build climate resilience by placing women and girls at the centre of environmental action. Becaus...
Together, we should create a society where every citizen including women and girls, men and boys, the marginalized and the minority, not only dreams of justice, dignity and equality but lives it every day.