Day 1 Sessions

Investigating War Crimes:

This session explored the critical role of investigative journalists in uncovering atrocities committed during armed conflicts, delving into the challenges, methods, and legal frameworks guiding these investigations.

Rethinking Safety of Journalists

A thought-provoking session addressing the growing risks journalists face in Palestine, in our region and worldwide, exploring innovative strategies, digital tools, and collaborative efforts to protect journalists in their pursuit of truth.

The Education of Gen-Z Investigative Journalists

The Education of Gen-Z Investigative Journalists is a dynamic session that delves into the evolving landscape of journalism education for the digital-native Generation Z. It examines innovative pedagogical approaches, e-learning, and ethical considerations to empower the next generation of investigative journalists in an era of social media and mis/disinformation.

Opening Ceremony

ARIJ23 Opening Ceremony was presented and moderated by ARIJ Communications Manager, Samya Ayish. The ceremony featured Jodie Ginsberg ,President of the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), Ashraf Mashharawi, Award-winning Filmmaker from Gaza, Emilia Díaz-Struck, Executive Director of the Global Investigative Journalism Network, Oleg Khomenok, Media Trainer and Consultant from Ukraine, Reem Abu Hassan, Chairperson, ARIJ, and Rawan Damen, Director General, ARIJ. The speakers focused on the challenges that journalists encounter in the region, with a particular emphasis on the risks faced in Gaza.

Cross-Border Collaborations: How & Why?

This session explored the essential realm of investigative journalism collaborations. This session dissects the strategies and motivations driving cross-border investigative projects, emphasi

The Current and Future of Fact Checking

This keynote speech was delivered by Angie Holan, Director of the International Fact-Checking Network .

Challenging Misinformation: Finding a Way Forward

The session embarked on a quest to study the tempest of falsehoods in the digital age, unveiling the wisdom, ethics, and resilience that guide our path towards clarity in the turbulent sea of information.

Launching the ARIJ AI Strategy

ARIJ AI Strategy was officially launched during this session by Khalid Waleed, ARIJ Digital Consultant. The strategy aims to explore the possibilities of using AI in news gathering, production, and distribution, helping MENA media outlets in applying these technologies to their work.

AI & Investigative Journalism: A Double-edged Sword

Unveiling the intriguing intersection of artificial intelligence and investigative reporting, this session explored how AI empowers journalists with data analysis and fact-checking, while diving into the ethical dilemmas and potential risks it poses in maintaining journalistic integrity and accountability in a digital age.

When Does Investigative Journalism Cross-border Collaboration Fall Apart?

A revealing examination of the challenges and pitfalls encountered in investigative journalistic partnerships, dissecting the complexities that can strain collaboration, from cultural differences to logistical hurdles, from legal frameworks to business practices, offering insights on how to navigate and preserve these essential global alliances.

Gaza: Human Shields” - Documentary Screening

The Israeli government repeatedly claimed that Palestinians are using Palestinian women and children as human shields. In "Gaza: Human Shields", we hear testimonies from Palestinians being forced by Israeli soldiers to walk at gunpoint and enter potentially hostile buildings. "Gaza: Human Shields" follows on from a published UN enquiry into war crimes during the July-August 2014 war.