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Enticed by promises of a carefree retirement, seniors took out reverse mortgages in record numbers last decade. Nearly 100k went into foreclosure the past five years. Many black families, communities paid the heaviest price. Our project with @USATODAY: bit.ly/2Zr1eaR
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NEW! A @the_ccij examination of social media posts on Truth Social reveals extensive false information about events in Africa. It comes as the Trump administration has cut foreign assistance to the continent.
By @andylehren and @JeffKLO. twp.ai/4hsUdr
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CCIJ is proud to announce that our Data Editor, Sotiris Sideris, @SotSideris has been selected as one of 22 journalists to join the @niemanfdn Nieman Foundation for Journalism’s class of 2026 at Harvard University.
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*clears throat* Some personal news: for a couple of years now, I’ve been working on a book I was asked to write by @BrisUniPress, as part of a series examining the value of key elements of society in the 21st century. My contribution: “What is Journalism For?”
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Join @toluogunlesi @JeffKLO @the_ccij @pantaphobious @BamasVicToria @thecableng now on Zoom for Day 1 of the #AIMCA2024
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@toluogunlesi, Managing Partner, @WoweMediaNG/ former Special Assistant to former president, @MBuhari, on Digital/New Media, will deliver keynote at the 4th Amplify In-depth Media Conference and Awards.
The event holds on 8 & 9, Dec
Click👉bit.ly/AIMCA2024 to register.
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The full interview with Deje Olojede guardian.ng/interview/nigeri…
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5 years ago, CCIJ began uniting investigative journalists, data analysts & visual storytellers to expose critical global issues.
This week, we celebrate impactful stories & bold achievements—committed to a more just, informed world.
Here’s to the next chapter!
#CCIJ5 #CCIJAnniversary
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A special thank you to everyone who joined our #CCIJAskTheJournalists conversation.
Thank you @ajibolaamzat @SotSideris @nellylaoni and @JeffKLO for your time and engagement.
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We are thrilled to announce that CCIJ's investigative journalists @FrederickJC1, @AngSonja and Margaret Courtney-Clarke have won The Journalist of the Year Award at the 2024 Editors' Forum of Namibia Journalism Awards! @NamMediaTrust
Their impactful 3-part investigation into Namibia’s sanitation crisis brought to light critical issues, raised awareness, and highlighted the voices of communities in need. This award is a testament to their hard work, integrity, and commitment to shedding light on important societal challenges.
At CCIJ, we remain committed to empowering journalists who drive change through impactful storytelling.
We are incredibly proud of Freddie, Sonja, and Margaret for this well-deserved recognition.
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Thank you, @joewealth. As you may have known, journalism work is driven by public interest . This practice is driven by the utilitarian principle that requires journalists to seek greatest good for the greatest number of people. So, a journalist must first report issues that…
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Thanks for your question, @ISemiloore! It mostly brings local insights and context, allowing us to uncover nuanced details and connect dots across borders. This way, we broaden the scope of our accountability reporting, making our findings more relevant and impactful.
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@the_ccij
How do you validate data when writing investigative piece when sources are unsure?
@SotSideris @ajibolaamzat
#CCIJAskTheJournalists
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This is an important issue. Ensuring the safety of sources is a top priority for us. We employ confidentiality measures, use secure communication channels, and always seek consent from sources. We also provide training on security protocols when necessary.
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We follow strict ethical guidelines and journalistic standards. Before publishing, we fact-check and evaluate the potential impact on individuals and communities. We also anonymize sensitive information when needed.
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Hello Ige, I'm Nelly, journalist and CCIJ's project manager. Collaboration between journalists brings about unique angles and an expanded view of the story. It also reveals the interconnection within the problem that the investigation can then address. #CCIJAskTheJournalists
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Thank you very much. Do you have some of the link to trainings please?
Also, is there a way asides motivation and encouragement to get sources to give an account? I mean, is it ideal to subpoena a source if their account is going to help an investigative piece?
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How do you measure the impact of an investigative story, especially when it might take time for change to happen?
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#CCIJAskTheJournalists
Welcome to #CCIJAskTheJournalists
Data Editor @SotSideris and Investigative Journalist & CCIJ's Africa Editor @ajibolaamzat are here to answer your questions about investigative journalism.
What do you want to know?
Ask and tag us!
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Please what do you do when you want to write an investigative piece but the ideal sources refuse to talk based on the NDA they signed, even though they signed the agreement out of desperation or due to naviety?
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What I find both exciting and challenging is the integration of AI and ML tools in #ddj. They have enhanced our ability to analyze big datasets and uncover hidden patterns. However, it's crucial to use these tools ethically and ensure their accountability as well.
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Where the two interests conflict, the public interest overrides the privacy of individuals. For example, the private affair of a public official could be of public interest if allegation of graft and misuse of public fund is involved.
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Hi, Ayo. Witnessing actual change from an investigation is the biggest impact goal. Start small. How many reposts/republications did the story get? Most importantly, was it able to spark conversation around the issue especially with the target audience? #CCIJAskTheJournalists.