On April 30 and May 1, 2026, New Narratives organized a two-day training workshop at the Buchanan City Hall in Grand Bassa County, Liberia. The program brought together journalists from Grand Bassa, River Cess, and Sinoe Counties to strengthen their capacity in reporting on transitional justice ahead of the establishment of Liberia’s War and Economic Crimes Court.

The training was facilitated by distinguished experts, including Tiawan Saye Gongloe, former Solicitor General and renowned human rights advocate; Leetor Williams, Human Rights Officer with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR); Maxwell Bono, Senior Investigator at the Global Justice and Research Project; Rebecca Zonoe, Grand Bassa Coordinator for the Women in Peacebuilding Network; and Seidu Swaray of the Liberia Association of Psychosocial Services (LAPS).

Discussions centered on the role of the media in advancing accountability, amplifying victims’ voices, and ensuring accurate reporting during Liberia’s transitional justice process. One of the most powerful reflections came from Rebecca Zonoe, who stated, “Gang rape was a song during the war,” underscoring the gravity of atrocities committed and the urgent need for justice.

This workshop marked a significant step in preparing local journalists to report responsibly and effectively on the forthcoming War and Economic Crimes Court, ensuring that the pursuit of justice is documented with integrity and sensitivity.