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Getting Started in Investigative Journalism Methodology

Tips For Backgrounding Unknown Subjects in Time-Critical Situations

by Rowan Philp • August 15, 2023

Investigative projects are often likened to marathons. But, every now and then, watchdog reporters need to sprint. In a recent IRE23 conference session, experts shared tips on how to unearth background facts about little-known people on short notice.

Methodology

Tips for Investigating Algorithm Harm — and Avoiding AI Hype

by Rowan Philp • July 25, 2023

In a panel discussion at the IRE23 Conference, experts shared tips on how reporters can identify and investigate algorithmic harm and AI bias, and hold the human masters of these systems accountable.

Investigative Techniques Methodology

When to Greenlight an Investigative Pitch — or End the Project?

by Rowan Philp • July 10, 2023

Committing to a long-term investigation — also known as “greenlighting” — does not always involve a specific moment of decision. At IRE23, GIJN spoke with five veteran investigative editors to ask them what information they need before giving a project the the go-ahead.

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Methodology

Tips for Investigating Algorithm Harm — and Avoiding AI Hype

Investigative Techniques Methodology

When to Greenlight an Investigative Pitch — or End the Project?