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The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · 16d

Nominations for the 2026 International Ellsberg Whistleblower Award are open now until September 26th. If you would like to nominate someone for this award, click here to read about criteria and access the nomination portal:

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Nominate for 2026 – Ellsberg Whistleblower Award

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The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Aug 29

Noel Clarke loses libel case in victory for public interest investigative journalism:
www.theguardian.com/media/2025/a...

Noel Clarke loses libel case against Guardian over sexual misconduct investigation

High court rejects actor’s claim that accusations against him by more than 20 women were false and part of a conspiracy

www.theguardian.com

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The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Aug 20

In a long read for @Politico magazine in the U.S., CIJ Director @James__Harkin goes on the trail of missing-in-Syria journalist Austin Tice. www.politico.com/news/magazin...

Has a Breakthrough Happened in the Agonizing Saga of Austin Tice?

New information about the freelance journalist’s captivity challenges the narrative that he is still alive.

www.politico.com

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The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Aug 13

CIJ Course: Digital Tools for Investigation - Online
📆 17 September at 10am. Zoom.

A short course for those new to open-source intelligence.

"I REALLY enjoyed this course - it was really engaging and taught me a lot." Feedback 2025.

Taught by @guypporter.bsky.social

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The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Aug 4

Why did National Museums Liverpool look the other way? A fascinating investigation by @abi_whist at the @liverpoolpost, followed by legal and other threats.
www.livpost.co.uk/cutthroats-a...

‘Cutthroats and sell outs’: An editor’s note about Laurence Westgaph’s threats

The historian has been threatening us with High Court action and trying to intimidate our sources and staff

www.livpost.co.uk

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Freedom of the Press Foundation @freedom.press · Jun 30

Are you a U.S.-based journalist covering the U.S./Mexico border and looking to grow your safety and security skillset?

We are providing two intensive safety training programs in collaboration with @tcij.org, ACOS Alliance, and @eff.org — for free.

Apply by July 3: eff.org/jstapp

APPLICATION FORM

In an increasingly uncertain time for journalists' security in the US, this safety training initiative will support local journalists and freelancers who cover migration and events on the US border wi...

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sjmcev.bsky.social @sjmcev.bsky.social · Jun 27

Excellent day of training and sessions today at @tcij.org’s #CIJSummer conference. 🤓

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Peter Geoghegan @petergeoghegan.bsky.social · Jun 26

Absolute pleasure to speak at the Centre for Investigative Journalism summer school today about Democracy for Sale and fighting for Freedom of Information.

So proud of my colleagues @lucasamin.bsky.social and @jennacorderoy.bsky.social and what we’re building ☺️☺️☺️

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The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Jun 26

#CIJsummer 2025

The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Jun 26

Our annual Gavin MacFadyen memorial lecture.

@cathynewman.bsky.social talks to Jane Bradley about her investigation into John Smyth and the Church of England.

tcij.org/summer-confe...

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The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Jun 26

Our annual Gavin MacFadyen memorial lecture.

@cathynewman.bsky.social talks to Jane Bradley about her investigation into John Smyth and the Church of England.

tcij.org/summer-confe...

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Guy Porter @guypporter.bsky.social · May 28

Kicking off 🦵⚽ my bluesky account with a #starterpack for speakers at #cijsummer investigative journalism 🔎 📰 📊 conference (26-27 June 2025 Goldsmiths, University of London) #journalism #datajournalism #investigativejournalism #investigations #osint #ecosint go.bsky.app/3EY9DDt

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Guy Porter @guypporter.bsky.social · May 28

Really looking forward to my 'building investigations with #osint' session which focuses on giving attendees practical tools, proven methods, and a flexible framework for integrating OSINT into any investigative workflow #cijsummer --> Thurs 26 June 2025 @10.20–11.20 tcij.org/summer-confe... 📣

OSINT: Building Investigations with Open Source Intelligence

This session explores how advanced research tools and methods can transform everyday information into compelling investigative leads and evidence. By focusing on publicly available sources of infor...

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NUJ London Freelance Branch 🗞️ @nujlfb.bsky.social · Jun 5

#CIJSummer Conference for investigative skills. 26-27 June at Goldsmiths London. They only have around 25 tickets left. The timetable is now online! 👀
Book now:

CIJ Summer Conference 2025

26-27 June 2025 Goldsmiths, University of London #CIJSummer Investigative Journalism Conference is the UK's only training conference with an emphasis on investigative skills. We offer a mixture of…

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Sarah Cammarata @sjcamm.bsky.social · Jun 25

Thrilled to be back for the 2nd year to speak at the #CIJSummer Investigative Journalism Conference!

Join me tomorrow AM for my session - I’ll share insights from my Wired investigation www.wired.com/story/inside...
I’ll demonstrate how to investigate using TikTok, Telegram & Facebook @tcij.org

https://wired.com/story/inside-t…

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Dr Rashmee Roshan Lall @rashmee.bsky.social · Jun 25

Looking forward to the #CIJSummer Investigative Journalism Conference @goldsmithsuol.bsky.social . Organised by @tcij.org
tcij.org/summer-confe...

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Carla Wakfer @carla-w.bsky.social · Jun 26

I’m at the #CIJSummer Investigative Journalism Conference on 26-27 June @GoldsmithsUoL. Organised by @cijournalism / @tcij.org

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Miranda McLachlan @mirandamjourno.bsky.social · Jun 26

Great to hear Goldsmiths MSc Digital Journalism alum @guypporter.bsky.social speak about OSINT at #CIJSummer

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Global Investigative Journalism Network @gijn.org · Jun 25

🎟️ Heading to #CIJSummer 2025 (@tcij.org)?

Say hi to GIJN’s Emily O’Sullivan! She’ll be there answering Qs about GIJN tools, guides, and investigative resources.

🔍 Don’t miss a chance to connect: https://twp.ai/9PTfC3

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Polina Bachlakova @pbachlakova.bsky.social · Jun 25

Just landed in lush London because tomorrow, I’ll be speaking at @tcij.org ‘s Summer Conference! Looking forward to unfolding how my colleague and I investigated the shady business of stolen OnlyFans content. If you’ll be at the conference, come say hi!

Link to the panel:
tcij.org/summer-confe...

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Andy Freeman @goldsmif.bsky.social · Jun 18

Looking forward to attending #CIJSummer here @mediacomgold.bsky.social next week!
If you’re attending and interested in our MSc in Digital Journalism that includes modules in data, coding, OSInt and critical AI please talk to me or @mirandamjourno.bsky.social for more information 🔎🔎🔎🔎

The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Jun 10

Only a handful of places left!

#CIJSummer Investigative Journalism Conference
26-27 June 2025
@goldsmithsuol.bsky.social

With @cathynewman.bsky.social, @riannacroxford.bsky.social and Dónal MacIntyre.

Book now: tcij.org/summer-confe...

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Electronic Frontier Foundation @eff.org · Jun 18

Calling all journalists covering the US-MX border and immigration: we're teaming up with @freedom.press , @tcij.org g‬, and ACOS Alliance to offer dedicated security workshops in Albuquerque and El Paso in August. Apply here! eff.org/jstapp

APPLICATION FORM

In an increasingly uncertain time for journalists' security in the US, this safety training initiative will support local journalists and freelancers who cover migration and events on the US border wi...

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Freedom of the Press Foundation @freedom.press · Jun 17

Are you a U.S.-based journalist covering the U.S./Mexico border and looking to grow your safety and security skillset?

We are providing two intensive safety training programs in collaboration with @tcij.org, ACOS Alliance, and @eff.org — for free.

Apply: eff.org/jstapp

APPLICATION FORM

In an increasingly uncertain time for journalists' security in the US, this safety training initiative will support local journalists and freelancers who cover migration and events on the US border wi...

eff.org

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The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Jun 17

✍️Happening this Thursday!

Our LATAM #OCRI partner @connectas.org is hosting a webinar to share tips and tricks of reporting the #ClimateCrisis from a cross-border and collaborative perspective using data.

For more details and to participate for free 👇
tcij.org/ocri-course/...

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The Centre for Investigative Journalism @tcij.org · Jun 17

Are you a US based reporter covering the border with Mexico? We've joined forces with @freedom.press @eff.org and ACOS Alliance to develop a series of free to attend security trainings taking place in Albuquerque, NM and El Paso, TX this August. For more information and to apply: eff.org/jstapp

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