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Welcome to IRE

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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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.

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IRE News

2025 IRE Awards now open!

It's that time of year again! The 2025 IRE Awards are now open! We're excited to announce a few new categories this year as well as a brand new contest platform.

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IRE heads to New York City

Join us for a special Watchdog Workshop in New York City at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, January 23-24, 2026.

You'll hear from award-winning speakers and some of the top investigative and data reporters in the country. Sessions will cover breaking news investigations, getting grants for your next big story and beat reporting how-to panels for business, health care and environmental journalism.

A current IRE membership is required. Seating is limited -- don't miss your chance to snag a seat before it's too late!

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IRE hires first director of diversity and inclusion
September 15, 2021 | Comments Off on IRE hires first director of diversity and inclusion

Investigative Reporters and Editors is proud to announce its first director of diversity and inclusion: trainer and veteran journalist Francisco Vara-Orta.

Submit your ideas for #NICAR22 and sign up for conference emails
September 2, 2021 | Comments Off on Submit your ideas for #NICAR22 and sign up for conference emails

We want to hear from you — let us know what you’d like to see at #NICAR22.

IRE hires former NAHJ executive director as director of partnerships
August 24, 2021 | Comments Off on IRE hires former NAHJ executive director as director of partnerships

Investigative Reporters and Editors is pleased to announce that veteran nonprofit executive Anna López is the new director of partnerships for the 6,000-member organization. 

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