Five trials in one day. Editorial meetings in courtroom hallways. Fighting SLAPPs — "strategic lawsuits against public participation" — is becoming a routine part of the job for the investigative reporters in our global network.
"(SLAPPs) impose incredible stress and discourage young reporters from joining the fight against corruption."
- Denica Chadikovska, IRLM
Whether it's in North Macedonia, Nigeria, or Nicaragua, we won't be pressured to stop our reporting into corrupt powerful figures. We need your help to mount a vigorous defense so investigative journalism can thrive. Help us push beyond the $100,000 already raised and matched by a generous donor.