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February 27, 2025 | David Cuillier, Brechner Freedom of Information Project
Here we go again. And then some.
The new presidential administration appears determined to conduct its work in secrecy, requiring even more diligence from investigative reporters. Eight years ago, I wrote an FOI Files column about the beginning of Donald J. Trump’s first term, noting agency clampdowns on records, attacks on leakers, political oversight of press releases, and vitriolic attacks demonizing the media. So far this term looks like it will be much, much worse. Let’s take a look at what has so far transpired since Jan. 20, and what journalists can do to inform the public.
February 27, 2025 | Francisco Vara-Orta, IRE & NICAR
"When I think about the future of diversity, belonging, equity and inclusion in the journalism industry in these uncertain times, I remind myself it’s nothing new to those who have studied and been a part of this work that has been going on for more than seven decades. DBEI work has survived being en vogue, falling out of favor, then welcomed back again — several times."
Learn ways to make sure the public records you share are accessible so that disabled people can be shocked by the primary documents in front of them just like nondisabled people.
December 31, 2024 | Lygia Navarro, independent journalist; Cara Reedy, Disabled Journalists Association
Reporting on disability equals reporting on intersectionality. Learning how to seek out and identify disability stories brings richness to reporting, opening up infinite story possibilities.
December 31, 2024 | Amanda Morris, The Washington Post
Amanda Morris, a disability reporter for The Washington Post, shares the knowledge she's gained while telling stories for and about people with disabilities.
Journalist and scholar Tom Koch built his career writing at the intersection of public health and social justice. Now, the longtime IRE member is helping a new generation of public health reporters and journalists working with disabilities.
December 31, 2024 | Douglas Schepers, Fizz Studio; Frank Elavsky, Carnegie Mellon University
For basic images, adding accessibility is
as simple as providing “alt-text,” a short
description of the contents of the image.
For complex graphics, here are a few
considerations and solutions.
