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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Investigative journalism best-practice

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Tool: Motive, veracity, and security (MVS) matrix

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Investigating official documents

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The investigative journalism dossier

Discipline, order and a well thought out plan are essential for successful investigative journalism.

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Staying safe when investigating corruption

Investigative journalists face risks when reporting on corruption. Discover essential safety strategies for covering stories that expose well-hidden secrets.

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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.

Investigative journalism best-practice

Investigative journalism: Avoiding common mistakes

Investigating official documents

The investigative journalist never takes things at face value. They probe and question in order to get to the truth.

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The investigative journalism mindset

The investigative mindset is responsible for solving more information mysteries than probably any other factor. If you haven’t started writing down your best strategies now might be the time to start.

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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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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.