We spend a day with Neil Monaghan, who heads up operations at the Archway Project in Thamesmead, London. It teaches disadvantaged and disabled young people how to fix motorbikes – and alters [...]
From strengthening economies and family life, to improving gender equality and democracy, 10 ways a shorter working week could benefit us
From political upheaval to humanitarian crises, the first three months of 2017 have seen many challenges. But behind the headlines, there are signs of progress and possibility. Here are 20 of our [...]
A province in Pakistan has made DNA testing compulsory in rape cases, part of ongoing national reforms to improve support for victims
From laser labels to ‘plastic’ derived from sugar cane, three environmentally-friendly alternatives to plastic packaging
Integrity Idol: the TV talent show that rewards honesty and integrity in government officials
Slovenia's parliament adopts amendment that declares the country’s water supplies are ‘a public good managed by the state’ and ‘not a market commodity’
As a unique media co-operative, Positive News is owned by both our readers and our journalists. Here, three of our writers – each also a shareholder – explain why they find working with us different
From supporting journalism that exposes solutions and backing people-owned media, to boosting your wellbeing: the top 10 reasons to become a Positive News member, as a supporter or a subscriber
At Positive News magazine, we believe that news can be beautiful. Working with talented illustrators helps bring our stories to life. We pick 5 of the best from 2016
From a portrait of the teen who escaped child marriage by rapping about it, to a shot capturing a moment of underwater compassion, we select 10 inspiring photographs from Positive News in 2016
With a thematic focus on overcoming social divisions, the new issue of Positive News magazine features a cover illustration of a Muslim female superhero, and will launch at an event in London [...]
We look back on our most popular stories in 2016, from exploring rewilding human nature and working less, to inspiring words collected from endangered languages around the world. What lessons can [...]
Cheryl Thallon launched Viridian Nutrition 17 years ago armed with only a small range of products and an intention to create a company with integrity. She speaks to Positive News about doing [...]
Stuck for ideas this Christmas? Here are 12 reasons why a Positive News gift subscription is the perfect present
From supporting journalism that exposes solutions and backing people-owned media, to boosting your wellbeing: the top reasons to become a Positive News supporter
The global divestment campaign, urging people to move their money out of oil, coal and gas companies, has gained momentum. Here are some key figures
Consuming positive news can lead to an increased acceptance of others, a feeling of community and motivation to contribute to social change, new research shows
Restoring public trust in banking is a huge task. But Triodos Bank’s Bevis Watts is no ordinary banker, and he thinks it’s possible. We ask him: could the financial sector benefit people and [...]
We met students from around the world who attend ‘positive education’ institutions. Their thoughts capture how the model could rewrite the rules around learning
