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.
Open Registration Training
Conferences
Learn about our three annual conferences focusing on data and investigative journalism.
Bootcamps
Our bootcamps provide intensive, hands-on training in core data journalism skills and software.
Workshops
Our virtual and in-person workshops are an affordable way to get data & investigative training in a small-group setting.
Webinars
We host digital events yearround aimed at educating journalist on some of the most pressing issues affecting the industry. Most are free for members and recorded for future reference.
Application-Based Training
Total Newsroom
Training
Small and mid-size newsrooms can apply for free custom training to ramp up their watchdog skills
Training student journalists
Students attending colleges and universities recognized as MSIs can train at workshops backed by the Gevers-Burns Diversity Endowed Fund.
Today's News for Tomorrow
Today’s News for Tomorrow offers newsrooms free training, digital preservation services and sustained support to ensure the long-term preservation and access of their digital assets.
Fellowships & Scholarships
IRE makes available fellowships and scholarships to allow professional journalists, students and educators the opportunity to attend training events they might not otherwise be able to afford. Fellowships and scholarships typically include a one-year IRE membership and conference/seminar registration fees. Some cover travel costs. You may apply for more than one scholarship/fellowship.
Custom training
Get more bang for your buck with bespoke training tailored to your newsroom. Virtual or in-person training is available on a sliding fee scale. Custom training is available in Spanish upon request. Los talleres personalizados están disponibles en español. Por favor contáctenos para más información.