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Investigative Reporters and Editors Inc. is a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of investigative reporting. IRE was formed to create a forum in which journalists throughout the world could help each other by sharing story ideas, newsgathering techniques and news sources.

IRE provides members access to thousands of reporting tipsheets and other materials through its Resource Center and hosts conferences and specialized training across the country. Programs of IRE include the National Institute for Computer-Assisted Reporting (NICAR), a collaboration between IRE and the Missouri School of Journalism.

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Training Opportunities

Learn the latest techniques of finding, understanding and reporting on stories with IRE. Explore training options across the globe and find an event that fits your schedule, whether it’s in person or online.

IRE News

IRE condemns White House ban on journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico
September 19, 2026 | Comments Off on IRE condemns White House ban on journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico

IRE condemns White House ban on journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico September 19, 2026 | Investigative Reporters and Editors condemns President Donald Trump’s ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House in apparent retaliation for their coverage of the Trump Administration. In a post on Truth Social, President Trump said…

Laura Barrón-López to headline AccessFest 2026
September 14, 2026 | Comments Off on Laura Barrón-López to headline AccessFest 2026

IRE Announces New ‘Diana Fuentes Service to IRE Award,’ Names Liz Lucas First Recipient Investigative Reporters & Editors is honored to announce that Laura Barrón-López will headline our keynote conversation for AccessFest26, the organization’s sixth virtual-by-design conference Oct. 8-10. Barrón-López serves as an MS NOW White House Reporter. Her most recent reporting for MS NOW…

Watchdog training for student journalists
August 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Watchdog training for student journalists

This day-long workshop will equip students to cover their institutions more in depth and provide skills and tools to protect their rights as journalists. Fellowships are available.

There’s more pressure than ever to rise above the competition.

 

IRE can help you enhance your daily reporting with resources and member benefits you won’t find anywhere else.

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