Investigative

Our investigative journalism section equips you with advanced research and reporting techniques for uncovering important stories. Master methodical investigation approaches that hold power to account and serve the public interest. All our material is free to download, adapt and use. Scroll down our site map for all the content in this and other sections.

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Tips for investigative journalism

This article looks at some of the main points to consider when producing a piece of investigative journalism.
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Investigating corruption

A journalist investigating corruption faces many risks and challenges. Investigative journalist Don Ray shares his experience.
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Investigative journalism best-practice

Investigative journalism: Avoiding common mistakes
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AI and investigative journalism

The landscape of investigative journalism is undergoing a significant transformation, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a powerful ally for reporters.
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Dealing with suspects as news sources

Sources are one of the most valuable resources for a journalist. They need to be handled with care in order to build trust and gain knowledge.
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How to investigate official documents

The investigative journalist never takes things at face value. They probe and question in order to get to the truth, especially with official
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Why would anyone want to talk to a journalist?

An investigative journalist has to encourage people to share information that they had previously withheld.
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Tool: Motive, veracity, and security (MVS) matrix

This free Media Helping Media matrix is designed to help journalists assess the risks and benefits of investigating a tip-off or a leak.
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Lessons

Lesson: How to interview politicians

This lesson plan is designed to help journalism students interview politicians in order to uncover answers that inform the audience.
Strategy

Knowing your audience

Identifying the target audience and discovering the information needs of readers, listeners and viewers, is essential for formulating an editorial proposition.
Lessons

Lesson: Using the right words

This lesson plan is designed to teach students the power of words and how to use them when writing a piece of journalism.
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