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Mentorship

Mentorship Program Investigative Reporters and Editors has a rich legacy of mentorship and collaboration. While we host several conferences and training events, you don’t have to wait for one to get mentoring! IRE is proud to announce our new online mentoring platform. For students and early-career journalists, this is an opportunity to connect with IRE…

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Resources

Resources A new search interface for IRE resources is here! Current IRE members can navigate to archive.ire.org to explore a new, much-improved search interface for the thousands of tipsheets, contest entries, conference audio files and other resources in the IRE database. ✅ New: While we work on the site, you can find tipsheets, audio and…

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Bootcamps

Bootcamps Data Journalism Bootcamps Bootcamp FAQ Workshops Custom Training Conferences Fellowships & Scholarships Event Calendar Event Archive

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Fellowships & Scholarships

Fellowships & Scholarships IRE offers numerous fellowships and scholarships each year, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and donors. Assistance typically includes a one-year IRE membership/renewal and the program registration fee. Note: Eligibility for IRE fellowships and scholarships renews every three years. For example, if you received a fellowship in 2024, you will be…

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Conferences

Conferences Our national conferences are packed with panels, workshops and roundtables covering the latest developments in investigative and data journalism. The conferences have become known for the practical tips and story ideas shared by prize-winning members in quick-hit sessions. Sessions range from hands-on data training to panels on shoe-leather reporting techniques. Conduct at our conferences…

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Training

Training Events One of IRE’s primary purposes is educating fellow journalists in the latest techniques of finding, understanding and reporting on stories. We are proud to say we have crisscrossed the globe with our seminars and workshops. Explore our different training options and find an event. View calendar Open Registration Training Conferences Learn about our…

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Supporters

IRE Supporters Investigative Reporters and Editors is grateful to all of its donors, who support our mission of fostering excellence in investigative journalism, the very foundation of a free society. With their help, we provide cutting-edge training and an ever-growing bank of resources for a thriving community of journalists around the world — including our…

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IRE Staff

IRE & NICAR staff posing for a picture at the NICAR 2026 conference.

IRE Staff Lauren GrandestaffInterim Executive Director Lauren Grandestaff, who was named interim executive director in March 2026 following the loss of executive director Diana Fuentes, oversees multiple teams and manages the programming for IRE’s events, including its three major conferences. She has a bachelor’s degree in sociology with an emphasis on queer theory and social…

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Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion Diversity & Inclusion Mission Statement Approved June 14, 2023, by the IRE Board of Directors IRE strives to reflect diversity and inclusion in all of its efforts and offerings. It is a foundational value, as a diverse membership strengthens our organization and produces higher-quality journalism that more accurately reflects the communities we…

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