Gabriel Geiger Shares Tips and Tools on Investigating Government Use of AI

By Global Investigative Journalism Network

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In this masterclass, Gabriel Geiger, investigative journalist at Lighthouse Reports, shares practical tips for reporting on how governments use algorithms and AI systems in public services such as policing, welfare, and healthcare. Geiger explains how reporters can start investigating these systems by identifying government processes that may rely on automation, such as benefits decisions or risk assessments. Key reporting strategies include requesting documents and data about the systems, filing targeted freedom-of-information requests, and building sources inside institutions that interact with the technology. ----------------------- The Global Investigative Journalism Network is an international association of journalism organizations that support the training and sharing of information among investigative and data journalists—with special attention to those from repressive regimes and marginalized communities. Our key activities include: Providing resources and networking s

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