Research Program
We support the production of rigorous, evidence-based journalism on under-reported issues affecting African women. ACWJ provides journalists with research grants for investigative projects, training in research methodologies, and facilitated access to relevant data and subject-matter experts.
Overview
The ACWJ Research Program exists to elevate the quality and credibility of journalism focused on African women. We facilitate and support the production of rigorous, evidence-based reporting, particularly on issues that are often overlooked.
By equipping journalists with research skills and resources, we help them move beyond surface-level reporting to conduct in-depth investigations. This strengthens their stories, ensuring that public discourse is informed by well-researched facts about women's lived realities. Our goal is to foster journalism that is not only compelling but also undeniably credible.
Our approach is hands-on and relevant to the challenges you face.
Research Grants for Investigative Projects
We provide dedicated research grants for female journalists to conduct investigative projects on complex issues affecting women across Africa.
Training in Research & Data Analysis
We offer specialized training in research methodologies, data collection, and analysis to equip journalists with the skills for evidence-based storytelling.
Access to Databases & Expert Networks
We facilitate access to relevant databases and connect journalists with academics and subject-matter experts to enhance the depth and accuracy of their reports.
Resources and insights
This April 2024 academic article explores the South African Press Code through the lens of African moral theory, highlighting Afro-centric ethical values such as communal harmony, empathy, and inclusive narratives in journalism.
Published: April 8, 2024
source: Taylor & Francis Online (Journal: Communicatio) / Authors of the article
The Reuters Institute's March 2025 report analyzes women in top editorial roles globally, highlighting persistent gender gaps and leadership challenges in African markets like South Africa and Kenya.
Published: March 1, 2025
source: Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism
This February 2025 academic paper examines cybermisogyny and anti-feminist backlash against women journalists in several African countries, detailing harassment forms and the lack of recourse.
Published: February 1, 2025
source: Glenda Daniels & Omega Douglas (via ResearchGate)
