David Leffler and Savanna Strott, who cover pollution and other environmental health issues for Public Health Watch, share details behind their investigation into a massive chemical fire in Houston in March 2019.
How They Did It
Tips for Using Satellite Imagery in Forensic Investigations, from Amnesty International’s Evidence Lab
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When the Myanmar military started conducting airstrikes on its citizens, researchers at Amnesty International began a forensic investigation into the supply chain, using satellite imagery to find out how aviation fuel was getting into the country, and who was supplying it.
Tools & Techniques
Tips for Gamifying Your Next Investigation
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Gaming and the news have a history, for decades they have been used to increase engagement and reach younger audiences. Here are some tips for getting started with gamification in your next investigation.
Tools & Techniques
Tips for Investigating Algorithm Harm — and Avoiding AI Hype
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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.
Methodology
When to Greenlight an Investigative Pitch — or End the Project?
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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.
Tools & Techniques
7 Tips for Reporting on the Local Impacts of International Trade
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Clark Merrefield, from The Journalist’s Resource, shares seven tips on how local journalists can better investigate global trade and its impact on their communities.
10 Questions
What I’ve Learned: Tips from a Pioneer of Collaborative Investigative Journalism in Indonesia
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It’s impossible to discuss collaboration in journalism in Indonesia without mentioning Wahyu Dhyatmika. Whether initiating partnerships, building collaborations, or reporting, he has played an instrumental role in many of the biggest investigations in recent years.
Tools & Techniques
Tips for Investigating Suspicious Real Estate Deals in France — and Around the World
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The vast majority of people who own properties are not engaged in any misconduct or possible criminal behavior. But land deals or real estate purchases made with inexplicable funding sources can be a telltale sign of corruption.
journalism ethics
Is It Ever OK for Journalists to Lie to Get a Story?
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In a new book on undercover reporting, Australian journalism professors Andrea Carson and Denis Muller examine whether deception is ever an acceptable method for journalists to use.
Tools & Techniques
What’s in a Name? Investigating People Across Borders
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It’s increasingly common for criminals to operate across borders. So investigative reporters also need to know how to identify and investigate people whose names use different alphabets, are formed by unfamiliar conventions, or carry unexpected cultural signals. Read these tips from the OCCRP on best practices for investigating names from outside the English-speaking world.
data journalism
10 Simple Data Errors That Can Ruin an Investigation
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At the 2023 NICAR conference, GIJN talked with several data journalism experts and learned 10 simple data journalism errors to avoid that could ruin your investigation.