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How to Acquire Free Satellite Imagery for Your Investigations

Satellite imagery has become a game-changer for investigative journalism, offering powerful tools to uncover hidden stories, monitor environmental changes, and expose human rights abuses. But access to satellite images can be costly and complex. Thankfully, a range of free resources and strategies now makes this invaluable information more accessible than ever.

This GIJN webinar explores how journalists can tap into free satellite imagery to enhance their reporting and uncover the stories the world needs to see.

The webinar brings together leading experts to share practical advice and tips on navigating this often-overwhelming field.

Carl Churchill is a journalist at The Wall Street Journal, where he covers data-driven investigations. He has used satellite imagery to reveal critical insights on environmental crises, supply chain disruptions, and global conflict zones.

Yao Hua Law is an award-winning journalist from Malaysia who has extensively reported on environmental and agricultural issues. His work often incorporates satellite imagery to track deforestation, illegal land use, and the impact of human activity on fragile ecosystems.

Laura Kurtzberg is a data visualization specialist, cartographer, and news applications developer with a particular interest in environmental stories.

The moderator was Manuela Andreoni, chief correspondent at Reuters based in Brazil.

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