CONTEXT

Context.ro is an independent Romanian investigative journalism outlet launched in 2021, founded by a group of experienced reporters with backgrounds in long-form and data-driven investigations. It was created to respond to gaps left by shrinking newsroom resources and to pursue stories that require time, technical expertise, and sustained scrutiny. The newsroom concentrates on corruption, public spending, governance failures, environmental abuse, and the misuse of power, combining classic investigative techniques with data analysis and visual storytelling. Its reporting frequently draws on public records, leaked documents, and cross-border datasets, allowing it to reveal patterns rather than isolated incidents. Context.ro works both independently and in collaboration with Romanian and international media, ensuring that investigations reach broad audiences while preserving editorial autonomy. Its journalists often publish multipart investigations designed to unfold complex findings in an accessible way. The organisation operates as a non-profit entity, funded primarily through grants, donations, and project-based support, with no reliance on advertising. This model enables Context.ro to maintain editorial independence and focus on public-interest reporting rather than traffic-driven output.