Perspective
The Challenges of Reporting at Sea
We spoke with Pulitzer Prize winner Ian Urbina and investigators Lex Rigby and Pete Paxton about their experience documenting the commercial fishing industry.
Climate•2 min read
Laura Bridgeman
Laura is a published fiction & nonfiction author. Her essay on Western dominator identity is featured in The Routledge Handbook of Ecocultural Identity.
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Perspective
Future of Food: How It’s Changing and Why That’s Important
The future of food is unpredictable, but the prognosis isn’t all bad. People are adaptable, and change isn’t always a bad thing.
Climate•9 min read
Perspective
Undercover Investigators and Whistleblowers Tell Their Stories
A group of seasoned investigators, whistleblowers, and legal experts discuss the role of undercover investigations in empowering individuals and legislators to make a change.
Policy•1 min read
Perspective
Collaboration and Activism: Strength Through Alliances
The fourth installment of Sentient Sessions explored the power and opportunity that can arise when movements join forces.
Policy•2 min read
Investigation
How to Build an Investigative Story with Lee Fang of The Intercept
Watch the fourth installment of our new speaker series, Sentient Sessions, for valuable insights and advice from a veteran investigative journalist.
Investigations•3 min read
Perspective
You’re Published, Now What? Social Media Influencers Discuss Social Justice Online
Watch the third installment of our new speaker series, Sentient Sessions, for tips and tricks on getting your voice heard on social media.
Policy•2 min read
Explainer
How to Fact-Check and Verify Sources for Animal Rights Reporting
In the second installment of Sentient Sessions, Christopher Sebastian explains the importance of fact-checking and lays out the tools you'll need to master it.
Policy•4 min read
Perspective
The Power of the Pitch: Top Journalists and Editors Discuss How to Craft the Perfect Pitch
Watch the first installment of our new speaker series, Sentient Sessions, for tips and tricks on rising to the top of your editor's inbox.
Policy•7 min read
Perspective
Zoo Animals Are Always on Lockdown
Stories about lonely zoo animals missing their human “friends” may bring levity during this time of crisis—but they ignore the plight of the animals held permanently captive.
Entertainment•5 min read
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