How to bring bring robust solution journalism in my newsroom,
1] One has to anticipate and head off misconceptions. Solution stories must contain four pillars of solution journalism, Insights, evidence, Limitations and Response. Also watch out for imposters
2] Be prepared to examine your coverage priorities explain the story fills the a gap in your coverage, then who will write it, what's the social media plan? Set targets ask reporter to to do it and give them time and be explicit about what you want to see.
3] Be mindful of opportunities to bring the solution lens into coverage. Pitch solution oriented stories ,look for openings as news break, as reporters come with ideas.
4] Develop a response against a problem, responses that might not have worked make great solution. Break old habits of reporting finally congratulate for job well done with a front page biller..