Our host Amie will keep things moving, as we thank everyone who helped this great event, from our donors and co-sponsors to the hard-working staffs at GIJN, FGJ, and Fojo. Look for entertainment from Swedish acapela group Solala.(Note: We have limited seating for this event, and we have now reached full capacity. New registrants from Sept 1 onwards who wish to attend will be added to a waitlist. Those who have access to this event will see an icon of a fork, plate, and knife printed on their conference badges.)

We move on to the night's star attraction: handing out of the Global Shining Light Awards, a GIJN tradition that honors great investigative journalism in developing or transitioning countries while under threat or duress. This year this unique award honors 12 finalists, which we will depict on a series of film clips. GIJN's Dave Kaplan and Gabriela Manuli will present the awards.❗ NOTE: We have limited seating for this event, and we have now reached full capacity. New registrants from Sept 1 onwards who wish to attend will be added to a waitlist. Those who have access to this event will see an icon of a fork, plate, and knife printed on their conference badges.❗ NOTE: For security reasons, only registered attendees are allowed to participate in the conference and the special events. Please leave your spouses or plus-ones at home.

We're done with the night's business. Now put on your dancing shoes and join us for a DJ-hosted party in the banquet room. We've got it reserved for a couple hours of drinks and dancing. But don't drink too much -- we've got a full day tomorrow with some of our best speakers and workshops!❗ NOTE: For security reasons, only registered attendees are allowed to participate in the conference and the special events. Please leave your spouses or plus-ones at home.

In this session, Jay Black from Mercer University (USA) will present his paper "Human Flesh Search Engines and the Woman in Chains: How Chinese Citizens Are Investigating Crimes and Local Corruption Online."Also, Maria Konow Lund from Oslo Metropolitan University (Norway) will be presenting on her work on female investigative journalists.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Have you ever needed to find all e-mail addresses, company IDs, phone numbers or dates in hundreds or even thousands of documents? In this workshop you will learn how to identify simple patterns in text and translate those patterns to a special search string that allows you to quickly extract the data you want. Our main tool will be the terminal or command line, and you will learn basic prompts (for Linux, Mac and Windows) that will help you along the way. Prior experience in using the terminal is good but not necessary.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.💻 For best results, be sure to bring your own laptop if you want to follow the workshop.

Pinpoint is a powerful tool for converting unstructured data (text and other forms of messy data) into datasets that can be analyzed and used for stories.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.💻 For best results, be sure to bring your own laptop if you want to follow the workshop.⚠️ Warning for first-time Pinpoint users:In your web browser you need to be logged into a gmail.com account. Open another tab and go to the following site https://journaliststudio.google.com/pinpoint/about. You will see the home of your private Pinpoint desktop, after "Get started". To use all the features you need to fill in this form: https://journaliststudio.google.com/pinpoint/requestaccess. For journalists: within 24 hours you will receive confirmation of full access.

This hands-on class will deepen your reporting skills by using QGIS, a free, popular mapping program. More than pretty pictures, mapping programs help you uncover stories and discover important patterns. Crime, health and environment are just some beats that benefit by knowing mapping skills. In this class you will get familiar with using QGIS and start doing fundamental analysis using real-life data.Before the class, we ask that you install QGIS onto your laptops. You can do that here: https://www.qgis.org/en/site/forusers/download.htmlAlso download the data we will use for the sessions here: https://tinyurl.com/m37uwrmw🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.💻 For best results, be sure to bring your own laptop if you want to follow the workshop.

Hundreds of journalists are forced into exile around the world by despots, autocrats, and crime cartels. Exiled editors and émigré media are an old story. But amid the modern backlash against independent media, journalists are taking advantage of a new era in tools and technology. These digital toolkits are proving a game-changer, enabling journalists to better report on their homelands, and their audiences to better access that reporting.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Environmental crime is the world’s fourth largest form of organized crime, behind only drug trafficking, counterfeiting, and human trafficking, according to the United Nations Environment Programme. This is a rich field for journalists, with stories ranging from local polluters and corrupt officials to international smugglers and money launderers. There are no shortages of angles: endangered species trafficking, deforestation, toxic waste dumping, carbon credit fraud... Come hear three senior journalists reveal how they dig into the finances, fixers, and supply chains of a multi-billion criminal industry.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Cross-border investigative reporting has come far since its early attempts in the 1980s and '90s by a handful of nonprofits. Today's projects are multinational efforts involving mainstream media, hundreds of journalists, and tech-savvy data analysis and security systems. But investigative journalists are in an arms race with autocrats and kleptocrats, who are using a new arsenal of spyware, onerous laws, and harassment against our colleagues, our newsrooms, and our sources. What is the next stage for cross-border investigative journalism? How will we use AI, new media, and secure communications to usher in a new era of global watchdog reporting? To discuss this, we've assembled recognized leaders in the field, who bring an extraordinary range of experience from a half-dozen countries.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Many of the biggest stories journalism have relied on anonymous sources, from Watergate to The Panama Papers.But how do you recruit secret sources and keep them safe? And what are the hazards of basing your story on people whom you can never reveal to the public? Two of Europe's most acclaimed investigative reporters -- Bastian Obermayer of Der Spiegel/Paper Trail Media and Axel Gordh Humlesjö of Swedish Television -- will share their methods and show examples from the Panama Papers and investigations of Russian oligarchs.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.Interpretation available in Armenian, Georgian, Romanian, Russian, Ukrainian.

We can't name them yet here, but Thursday night GIJN will announce winners of this year's Global Shining Light Awards. Twelve outstanding investigative projects have been selected as finalists for the 2023 GSLA -- the only journalism prize honoring watchdog journalism in developing or transitioning countries that was carried out under threat, or in perilous conditions.This year the competition attracted a record 419 applications from 84 countries. After a review by GIJN staff that produced a shortlist of 50 stories, a jury of veteran investigative journalists from five global regions selected the 12 finalists from 11 different countries. These comprised six finalists for the Small & Medium Outlets category (organizations with staff of 20 or less, including freelancers), and six for Large Outlets.Today's panel, moderated by GIJN Board Member Oleg Khomenok, will showcase the winners. Here's a chance to hear first-hand from some of the most extraordinary journalism done in recent years.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Wonder what the US government is doing in your country? Two-time Pulitzer Prize-winner Martha Mendoza offers this popular workshop that uses public records and databases to find out. Mendoza provides links to US and international agencies that will help you track Washington’s grants and contracts, international assistance, lobbying, military activity, and more. See also: Resources for Investigating China and Resources for Investigating Russia.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Since the Covid-19 pandemic, working realities for journalists around the world have changed drastically, as have the responsibilities and complexities of being a manager. Rising authoritarianism and political polarization have led to increased hostility and direct threats against journalists. How can news managers support their staff most effectively in the face of mounting pressures and tightening budgets? At this workshop designed specifically for newsroom managers, the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma will offer knowledge and tools for supporting trauma-exposed staff, and for building resilient news teams. It will cover the effects of stress, trauma and burnout on individuals and teams, signs to look out for, and offer recommendations for how managers can mitigate its effects while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Elana Newman, Research Director at the Dart Center, will deliver this workshop.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Prospecting for donors is the vital process of identifying potential donors for your organization’s programs and projects. In this session, you will learn strategies and tools available to help you find donors with the financial capacity and interest to support your work.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Cryptocurrencies have taken the financial world by storm, yet few people truly understand them. Despite an industry raked by volatility and billion-dollar scandals, they have gained popularity not only among investors and anarchists, but also organized crime figures and cyber thieves looking to avoid the traditional financial system. Experts insist there are ways to investigate this murky topic that can reap rich rewards for reporters asking the right questions. In this workshop, a crypto expert will offer tips and tools on how to dig into the emerging threats posed by virtual assets-based money laundering and other crypto-enabled crimes.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

This roundtable discussion by experienced teachers will summarize decades of experience in teaching journalism students and professionals data journalism and the different approaches for each group.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Scandinavian experts on data journalism offer an overview of compelling data-driven stories. They cover a range of tools -- from simple formulas to AI algorithms -- to investigate and report on your local community.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.💻 For best results, be sure to bring your own laptop if you want to follow the workshop.

Ever relied upon an online source, only later to find it deleted or changed? Ever wanted to travel back in time? This session will cover the next best thing: web archives. We’ll look at getting the most out of resources like the Wayback Machine — what they’re good for, what they’re not, and what the alternatives are. We’ll then discuss when you should build your own private archives of web content, and go hands-on to create our own archives with an easy-to-use tool. No prior knowledge is required.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.💻 For best results, be sure to bring your own laptop if you want to follow the workshop.

This session will show you corporate datasets that are key when you are doing cross-border investigations.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.💻 For best results, be sure to bring your own laptop if you want to follow the workshop.

The exploitation of natural resources is a critical topic for investigative journalists, particularly in developing countries. Revenue from natural resource extraction contributes substantially to GDP and in many cases makes up the bulk of government revenue, yet too often that wealth disappears or is misused. The companies involved are typically large, powerful, and global. Hear tips from experienced reporters working in Africa and South America on how to investigate this vital sector.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Sport is a fundamental part of societies worldwide, engaging millions of people every day with huge sums of money at stake. Still journalistic investigations in this field often lag behind. This session offers inspiration and hands-on tips on how to scale up sports investigations, with advice from three journalists with award-winning stories on doping, sexual abuse, sports-washing, match fixing, and financial exploitation.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

We know that becoming a great investigative reporter can take years. But what about the editors? It's no secret that great investigative editors are hard to find. What makes a terrific editor for watchdog journalism? How do they keep their reporters sane, focused, and motivated? What do they do to protect them in the newsroom? How do they challenge them and make sure that the toughest battles will be sorted out in the newsroom and not in court?To answer these tough questions, we've assembled five of the best investigative editors we know, pulling them together from as far away as India and Mexico.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Here's how mobile journalists tell big stories with small cameras. This session showcases the latest tech, tools, apps and techniques for field reporting with mobile gear. The workshop features fresh case studies and best practices of mobile journalism reports and documentaries from around the globe. Literally “from Smartphone to the Silver Screen.”🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

This special session is one of five security clinics at GIJC23 where attendees can get their mobile phones checked for spyware. Thanks to the security experts at Citizen Lab and RSF's Digital Security Lab, you can stop by without an appointment, have your phone checked, and get a quick consultation about whether your security practices are really protecting you and your sources.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Crafting an effective proposal starts well before the actual writing process begins. In this session, you will learn how to create a plan that takes into account the timing of the process, the colleagues whose assistance you will need, the problem that your program will address, and how you will address it. You will receive tips on grant writing – and pitfalls to avoid. We will cover proposals to both private foundations and government agencies.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

More than $550 billion was spent on digital ads last year -- on everything from banners and video ads to sponsored tweets and pop-ups of every sort. What's behind this mega-business? The systems used to buy and sell digital ads are vast, complicated, poorly understood, and rife with fraud and deception.This workshop provides a hands-on guide to tools and techniques used to investigate digital ads on websites, apps, and social media networks. Learn the basics of programmatic ads, how to distinguish between display, content, and affiliate ads, and how to use ads.txt and other information to uncover ownership and other connections. Bring your laptop!🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.

Femicide — the intentional murder of women because they are women — is a global problem. And despite alarming estimates of the number of victims, many of these stories go unreported. This session aims to help journalists understand what femicide is, find and understand the data available, and suggest which experts to interview. We bring together journalists from three countries -- Greece, Peru, and South Africa -- who have worked to expose the issue in very different and challenging environments.🪑 All sessions are first-come, first-serve. That means people who arrive first will get seats. Be aware that some sessions are in relatively small rooms and they will fill up quickly.Interpretation available in Armenian, Georgian, Romanian, Russian, Ukrainian.