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Special Reports

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Investigative series reveals lack of transparency, violations and weaknesses in use of police body cameras in Rio de Janeiro

After analyzing hours of body cam footage, journalists from GloboNews reported alleged abuses and misconduct by military police. They also discovered that in most legal cases, footage requested by the courts was not handed over.

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How a journalistic investigation mapped the influence of organized crime on politics in Brazil

A special report by Brazilian newspaper Estadão reveals the infiltration of organized crime in the cities of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro states, exposing the role of criminal factions and militias in politics and in the 2024 municipal elections.

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How to cover migration in Latin America during Trump's second term

Countering narratives of hate, listening to migrants and delivering practical information are practices journalists who report on migrant communities are implementing to improve coverage ahead of possible measures from the U.S. president.

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Twenty years later, Brazilian journalist reveals identity of woman whose story captured the country

The book Dona Vitória Joana da Paz tells the story of the woman who fought against organized crime in one of Rio de Janeiro’s most famous neighborhoods, Copacabana.

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Black journalists from Latin America connect across borders to increase racial representation in media

The new Network of Afro-Latin Journalists aims to increase diversity in journalism across Latin America and the Caribbean. Its members are working to overcome language barriers to combat isolation and amplify Black voices.

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Journalists tell stories of human trafficking and exploitation - the ‘elephant in the room’ in Latin America

Collusion by authorities, lack of official data and indifference from society make it difficult to cover human trafficking and exploitation, according to journalists who have investigated the topic in Colombia, Mexico and Paraguay.

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Latin American journalists reporting on the Darien Gap uncover tragedy and transformation in the jungle

Colombian José Guarnizo and Panamanian Grisel Bethancourt focus on the human rights of migrants and local communities along the dangerous migration route.

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How to better cover migration? Latin American journalists share practices and experiences

Collaboration, feminist perspectives, and newsroom diversity lead to better migration coverage, according to panelists at this year’s Migration Journalism Congress in Mérida, Spain.

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In Brazil’s sea of news sites, this seal will certify which show commitment to their audiences​​

Projor’s new program assesses news sites based on 11 quality indicators, including author information, correction policies and funding transparency.

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How two reporters found 63 political candidates wanted by courts in Brazil

After publication of a G1 investigation, federal police arrested 36 candidates for municipal elections who were wanted by Brazilian courts.

In Colombia, Indigenous journalists are breaking barriers to claim their place in radio, TV and film

Indigenous communities in Colombia have long fought for their right to be represented in national and community media.

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How one woman in Oaxaca used her podcast to help others speak out about the violence they’ve survived

Nayelli López Reyes, a weaver and an activist, created a vivid podcast of courageous women speaking out against violence in their community.