Rebuilding Trust: Connecting with Local Communities

In an era of declining trust in journalism, this panel explores how media organizations can rebuild credibility by integrating citizen monitors and local communities into investigative processes. This session focuses on practical engagement strategies and risk management when involving communities in monitoring government spending, public contracts, and abuse of power. Through real-world examples, attendees discover how collaborative journalism enhances local impact, builds audience loyalty, and creates sustainable accountability mechanisms that benefit both newsrooms and the communities they serve.