Meet The Optimist Team:

Our mission is to highlight the ordinary people who are making extraordinary positive change. From combating global disasters, or being inspired by their own personal issues – we want to focus on these change makers and see how they carry out their projects, combat bigger forces, and all the reasons behind it all.

Our magazine is aimed at people who feel disillusioned by what’s on the news these days, who actively turn away from the media to avoid such a negativity bias. We want to provide hope and optimism by highlighting all the positive news that is being overlooked or sent down to the bottom of the pile, and simply the amazing stories of individuals who have made a difference in the world.

Why constructive journalism matters

by Elim Lau

In a world overwhelmed by bad news, constructive journalism offers an alternative. It highlights not just problems, but the solutions being tried – who’s helping, what’s working, and why it matters. At The Optimist, we believe journalism should inspire and empower. Discover how constructive reporting is reshaping narratives, rebuilding trust, and connecting communities through stories of progress, possibility, and people making change happen.