| Dear Reader,
2026 has gotten off to a rough start, no matter where in the world we live.
And yet, there are also powerful signs of hope — moments when the public stands up to corruption, autocracy, and deep inequities, and in doing so ignites real change. These are the moments our reporters work toward. Investigative journalism can spark accountability precisely when systems fail the public they are meant to serve.
Every investigation we pursue is guided by evidence, not urgency alone. Our standard is simple but demanding: verifiable documents, rigorous data, and the time required to test findings beyond doubt. That discipline is what allows our reporting to withstand scrutiny — and lead to real consequences.
What limits this work is never a lack of will or commitment. It is resources. Without sufficient support, even the most promising leads cannot become investigations that protect sources, cross borders, and stand up to legal and political pressure.
If you are in a position to give, a contribution today helps ensure that our journalists can continue gathering evidence, safeguarding collaborators, and working together across newsrooms to deliver reporting the public can trust. Every gift — large or small — directly strengthens our ability to hold power to account. | 
