More Training for Journalists  

Reporters are getting two days of intensive training in investigative journalism, thanks to funding from Global Financial Integrity (GFI) and support from the Belize Network of NGOs. The workshop is zeroing in on illicit financial activities. Leon Dawson, Regional Manager for GFI, shared why they believe Belizean journalists need this training, while Dion Vansen, a reporter for the San Pedro Sun, talked about what stood out to him on the first day.

 

Leon Dawson, Regional Manager, Global Financial Integrity

“This training is focused on illicit financial  flows, beneficial ownership, then we will deep dive into investigative journalism techniques. It’s funded by NORAD, the Norwegian Agency for Development, and we are being supported by a local partner, B.N.N. – Belize Network of NGOs. Our lead journalist is Miss Holly Edgell, and she will be doing the deep dive in investigative journalism while the G.F.I. team or regional director and our program advisor will lead the presentation on illicit financial flows, beneficial ownership, and how these ties into corruption.”

 

Marion Ali

“And this is important for a journalist because…”

 

Leon Dawson

“This is important for a journalist because our journalists are the ones who bring corrupt activities towards the public and they need to have the necessary skills in order to bring this efficiently and effectively to us while having the necessary tools to report accurate information.”

 

Dion Vansen, Journalist

“The first day was very informative. All the information that was shared with the presenters, I think that it can help me and help me and anyone in journalism in investigative reporting. I believe that the different tools of the different information that was shared is a good base for you to work on an investigative story.”