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CIJ Summer Conference

25–26 June 2026

25-26 June 2026
Goldsmiths, University of London

Bookings will open on the 30th of March 2026.
Early bird discount till 19 April 2026.

#CIJSummer Investigative Journalism Conference is the UK’s only training conference with an emphasis on investigative skills. We offer a mixture of talks, demos and hands-on classes which are designed to equip journalists and anyone interested in investigations with up-to-date investigative methods and tools.

NEW! Pre-Conference

CIJ Climate Investigations Masterclass. Wed 24 June at Goldsmiths, University of London.

Why attend #CIJSummer Conference?

  • Learn from some of the best investigative journalists
  • Enjoy our friendly and collaborative atmosphere
  • Upgrade your investigative skills with hands-on training
  • Be inspired by great investigations

“Exceeded already high expectations. Incredibly insightful, inspiring and provided tools to execute the ideas it sparked. (Plus generous contacts).”

Feedback 2025

“Learned loads. Wonderful atmosphere. Inspiring speakers.”

Feedback 2024

“This conference has inspired me and given me the push to tackle great investigations!”

Feedback 2025

 

Topics Covered

  • Impact journalism
  • Data journalism (hands-on)
  • Financial journalism
  • AI for journalists
  • Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests
  • Climate investigations
  • Investigative methodology
  • Open-Source Intelligence Gathering (OSINT)
  • Working as a freelancer
  • Multimedia journalism
  • And much more

See the 2025 programme for an idea of what to expect. 

NB! Beware of scam emails circulating, they claim to offer the CIJ Summer Conference attendee list for sale. These are fraudulent phishing/scam emails. The CIJ does not sell, share, or authorise any third party to sell attendee data.

Announcements

Published: 20 Apr 2026

More CIJSummer 2026 Speakers Announced

We are delighted to welcome more speakers to #CIJSummer Conference 2026! Henk van Ess - an investigator, tool builder, and OSINT trainer. He is one of the first to integrate AI into investigative methods that hold up under scrutiny.
Published: 26 Mar 2026

#CIJSummer 2026: First Speakers Announced

#CIJSummer features some of the best speakers and trainers from the UK and internationally. We are delighted to welcome some of the confirmed speakers for 2026. NEW this year! Catrin Nye - an award-winning Welsh investigative journalist, documentary maker, and presenter for the BBC, who will speak about investigating a cult and getting harassed.