CORRECTIV

CORRECTIV is Germany’s first non-profit investigative newsroom, dedicated to independent, fact-based reporting that promotes transparency, accountability, and civic engagement. Founded in 2014, it operates without commercial advertising and is primarily funded through grants, donations, and membership contributions, ensuring editorial independence. Its investigative team covers topics such as corruption, corporate influence, organized crime, environmental issues, social justice, and government accountability. CORRECTIV is known for long-term, data-driven investigations and collaborates extensively with other media outlets, NGOs, and research institutions to uncover systemic issues and provide in-depth reporting that informs public debate. Through its research, storytelling, and educational initiatives, CORRECTIV empowers citizens, policymakers, and civil society to understand complex issues, engage in evidence-based discussions, and hold powerful actors accountable. Its work has earned numerous national and international awards and continues to shape investigative journalism standards in Germany and beyond.