Core Values : 100x Conscious Citizen Journalism
The CORE VALUES that Guides and Unites Citizen Journalist’s co-creating a creative, connected collective – #The100xTribe
1. SATYA (Truth)
Sanskrit: सत्य
TRUTH is our sacred obligation. Not “my truth” or “your truth” but verifiable, contextual, rigorously pursued truth. We commit to multi-source verification, transparent methodology, honest correction of errors, and unwavering integrity even when truth is uncomfortable or unprofitable.
In Practice:
- Minimum two independent sources for significant claims
- Public correction policy with same prominence as original error
- Rejection of sensationalism that distorts truth for engagement
- Protection of truth-tellers and whistleblowers
2. SEVA (Service)
Sanskrit: सेवा
We exist to SERVE communities, not commercial interests. Our journalism asks “How does this serve the public good?” not “How does this generate clicks?” We are accountable to the people we document, not to advertisers, politicians, or algorithms.
In Practice:
- Community needs determine story selection
- Editorial independence from all funders
- Free or subsidized training for deserving candidates
- Revenue serves mission, not extraction
3. SAMARPAN (Commitment)
Sanskrit: समर्पण
Excellence requires discipline and dedication. We commit to continuous learning, consistent output, persistent improvement, and long-term thinking. We don’t chase viral moments, we build sustainable practices that compound over years.
In Practice:
- Rigorous 300-hour training curriculum
- Ongoing skill development and mentorship
- Quality standards that don’t compromise for speed
- Multi-year vision over quarterly thinking
4. SAMAJ (Community)
Sanskrit: समाज
We believe in collective rise over individual conquest. Our journalists collaborate to cocreate, not compete. Our stories connect communities, not divide them. Our success is measured by ecosystem health, not individual glory.
In Practice:
- Peer mentoring and knowledge sharing
- Collaborative investigations across regions
- Revenue models that lift all boats
- Attribution culture that celebrates others’ contributions
5. SAMARASATA (Balance)
Sanskrit: समरसता
We practice holistic balance between problems and solutions, between critique and celebration, between individual rights and community harmony, between tradition and innovation. We reject false binaries and embrace nuanced thinking.
In Practice:
- 70% solution-focused, 30% accountability journalism
- Multiple perspectives in every story
- Respect for diverse viewpoints while maintaining ethical standards
- Long-term sustainability over short-term gains
6. SHIKSHA (Learning)
Sanskrit: शिक्षा
We are perpetual students. Every story teaches. Every mistake instructs. Every community holds wisdom. We approach journalism with beginner’s mind – curious, humble, open.
In Practice:
- Mandatory ongoing education for certified journalists
- Learning from both successes and failures
- Research-informed practice evolution
- Intergenerational knowledge transfer
7. SHAKTI (Empowerment)
Sanskrit: शक्ति
We Empower rather than extract. Our conscious journalism gives communities tools to tell their own stories, not just subjects for our narratives. We build capacity, not dependency.
In Practice:
- Creating pathways for communities to become self-chroniclers
- Training community members in documentation
- Participatory journalism methodologies
- Sharing skills and knowledge freely
