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Constructive Journalism

Moving media forward: Pioneers in constructive journalism

  • Bildkombo Olewe, Aboughazala, Agyekum

    Meet some of the pioneers in constructive journalism!

    What potential does constructive journalism have? And why is it important in the Middle East and Africa? This is what leaders and pioneers in this field have to say.

  • Eric Agyekum, Institute of Journalism, Ghana

    "Despite recent political and economic transformations, Africa is still depicted by the media as the ’dark continent’, predominantly characterized by civil wars, poverty, corruption and famine. Through constructive journalism, we can alter this narrative by telling the story of Africa in a more nuanced, balanced and comprehensive manner with emphasis on problems, solutions and innovations."

  • Dina Aboughazala

    Dina Aboughazala, Founder of Egab, Egypt

    "If you keep telling people their countries have nothing but problems, don’t blame them if they believe that the only solution is to leave. The ‘growth mindset’ theory states that intelligence and abilities can be developed. It’s about time we start adopting this concept in our media coverage, especially of the Global South, and show these communities that their problems can be fixed."

  • Ruona Meyer

    Ruona Meyer, Solutions Journalism Network, Nigeria

    "Constructive journalism is one approach expressed in various ways, with the same goal: potentially reframing the news to prioritize the diverse voices and informational needs of our audiences. At a time when information is surplus but nuance isn't, constructive journalism matters because it puts power in the mouths and hands of the people."

  • GMF2021 | Speaker | Ellen Heinrichs

    Ellen Heinrichs, Head of Trends and Knowledge DW, Germany

    "Journalism that also looks at solutions, that stimulates constructive debates and gives voice to many different perspectives is not only good for our societies. This kind of journalism also pays off for the media themselves!"

  • Dickens Olewe, Journalist, Kenya and UK

    "Constructive journalism places the public at the center of the news process. It not only informs audiences but inspires them in big and small ways with news they can use. The model inclines the media to play an active role in society, encouraging journalists to measure their success in terms of offline impact, rather than clicks."

  • Deutsche Welle Manuela Kasper-Claridge, Chefredakteurin, Kommentarbild

    Manuela Kasper-Claridge, Editor in Chief DW, Germany

    "Constructive journalism helps us to engage with our audiences. It provides context and gives users information they can actually use. Constructive journalism also places an important focus on people who are striving to make the world a better place."

  • Deutsche Welle Global Media Forum | Ulrik Haagerup

    Ulrik Haagerup, Founder and CEO of Constructive Institute, Denmark

    "The time is right. The time is now. We need to experiment. We need to share ideas. We need to generate new knowledge. We need a global movement of opportunity, hope and courage to think differently. And we cannot wait any longer for somebody to do something sometime. We are the change we are waiting for."


  • Bildkombo Olewe, Aboughazala, Agyekum

    Meet some of the pioneers in constructive journalism!

    What potential does constructive journalism have? And why is it important in the Middle East and Africa? This is what leaders and pioneers in this field have to say.

  • Eric Agyekum, Institute of Journalism, Ghana

    "Despite recent political and economic transformations, Africa is still depicted by the media as the ’dark continent’, predominantly characterized by civil wars, poverty, corruption and famine. Through constructive journalism, we can alter this narrative by telling the story of Africa in a more nuanced, balanced and comprehensive manner with emphasis on problems, solutions and innovations."

  • Dina Aboughazala

    Dina Aboughazala, Founder of Egab, Egypt

    "If you keep telling people their countries have nothing but problems, don’t blame them if they believe that the only solution is to leave. The ‘growth mindset’ theory states that intelligence and abilities can be developed. It’s about time we start adopting this concept in our media coverage, especially of the Global South, and show these communities that their problems can be fixed."

  • Ruona Meyer

    Ruona Meyer, Solutions Journalism Network, Nigeria

    "Constructive journalism is one approach expressed in various ways, with the same goal: potentially reframing the news to prioritize the diverse voices and informational needs of our audiences. At a time when information is surplus but nuance isn't, constructive journalism matters because it puts power in the mouths and hands of the people."

  • GMF2021 | Speaker | Ellen Heinrichs

    Ellen Heinrichs, Head of Trends and Knowledge DW, Germany

    "Journalism that also looks at solutions, that stimulates constructive debates and gives voice to many different perspectives is not only good for our societies. This kind of journalism also pays off for the media themselves!"

  • Dickens Olewe, Journalist, Kenya and UK

    "Constructive journalism places the public at the center of the news process. It not only informs audiences but inspires them in big and small ways with news they can use. The model inclines the media to play an active role in society, encouraging journalists to measure their success in terms of offline impact, rather than clicks."

  • Deutsche Welle Manuela Kasper-Claridge, Chefredakteurin, Kommentarbild

    Manuela Kasper-Claridge, Editor in Chief DW, Germany

    "Constructive journalism helps us to engage with our audiences. It provides context and gives users information they can actually use. Constructive journalism also places an important focus on people who are striving to make the world a better place."

  • Deutsche Welle Global Media Forum | Ulrik Haagerup

    Ulrik Haagerup, Founder and CEO of Constructive Institute, Denmark

    "The time is right. The time is now. We need to experiment. We need to share ideas. We need to generate new knowledge. We need a global movement of opportunity, hope and courage to think differently. And we cannot wait any longer for somebody to do something sometime. We are the change we are waiting for."