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IRE's premier investigative and data journalism training is just a few clicks away this fall! Join us at the 2025 AccessFest Conference, coming up online Oct. 9-11. Early-bird registration is just $50 at all levels, in honor of IRE's 50th anniversary! Available through Monday, Sept. 8.

This IRE conference is 100% virtual, so you can sharpen your skills and learn new ones from the convenience of your home or office. You'll find sessions on reporting and writing skills, investigative techniques, public records, accessibility and inclusion, and more.

One of Hollywood’s most celebrated stars will join a parade of journalism legends in New York this month for the IRE 50th Anniversary Gala, honoring five decades of grit, guts and glory.

Michael Keaton, acclaimed actor, director and press freedom advocate, will receive IRE’s first Champion of Investigative Journalism Award, recognizing his spot-on portrayal of journalists and steadfast support for a free press.

“It’s humbling and ironic to receive an award from this assembly of exceptional journalists and editors. I have the great privilege of portraying the work they do from the relative comfort of a film set, while they risk their lives bringing the truth to light," said Keaton. 

Looking for ways to be more inclusive in your news coverage or hiring practices? IRE has custom training options to help.

In addition to general DBEI training, we also offer deeper-dive sessions on specific topics, such as: how to cover historically marginalized groups, and how to cover the queer and trans community.

The deadline to apply is Sept. 29.