The Society provides members with free or low-cost regional training and professional development in both beginning and advanced investigative reporting. The skills developed through our trainings can be applied to both beat and project reporting and will be suitable for journalists for all levels of experience.
Become an IBWS member for notifications of upcoming trainings and workshops.
Interested in proposing a workshop or project?
The Ida B. Wells Society partners with organizations in academia and the media to host workshops/trainings across the country. If your organization is interested in hosting a workshop/training, please complete the Workshop Proposal Form with more information.
If your organization is interested in partnering with the Society on a project such as a fellowship, outreach campaign, specialized training series, etc., please complete the Project Proposal Form with more information.
Interested in becoming a trainer?
Do you want to help the Ida B. Wells Society with our mission of increasing the ranks, retention and profile of reporters and editors of color in the field of investigative reporting? You can fill out our Trainer Interest Form to be considered to present at workshops/trainings on behalf of the Society.