The event is now over but you can watch the recorded sessions on the CIJ YouTube Channel.
26-27 June 2025
Goldsmiths, University of London
#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.
#CIJSummer Conference 2025 in the News
Tips on Running a Successful Local Investigative Outlet by Emily O’Sullivan for the GIJN. 24 July 2025. A video of this talks will be posted on the CIJ YouTube Channel shortly.
#CIJSummer Conference 2025 Videos
CIJ Gavin MacFadyen Memorial Lecture 2025. Cathy Newman: Follow the Abuser. John Smyth and the Church of England – Cathy Newman. Chaired by Jane Bradley.
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
“Learned loads. Wonderful atmosphere. Inspiring speakers.”
“Wonderful – an encouraging and inspiring conference as always”
Topics Covered
- Financial journalism
- Data journalism (hands-on)
- Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests
- Climate investigations
- Investigative methodology
- Open-Source Intelligence Gathering (OSINT)
- And much more
The #CIJSummer Conference 2025 Draft Timetable is now online. It will be updated regularly.