Religious groups are often able to commit abuses under secrecy, using spiritual authority as control mechanisms. Investigating these cases often requires communicating with traumatized victims and systematizing complex information. This panel brings together reporters who have investigated religious organizations, as they share their challenges, including legal harassment and persecution, while revealing creative approaches for accessing key information. Panelists discuss methodologies for building trust with sources, navigating institutional resistance, and developing compelling narratives from sensitive testimonies.