The European Investigative Journalism Conference

See you on May 22-25, 2025 in Mechelen, Belgium!

Join us for learning, inspiration, networking, and share your experience with colleagues from across Europe! Read more

  • Ask us anything about pitching for Dataharvest 2025

    Ask us anything about pitching for Dataharvest 2025

    Pitching a session for our conference shouldn’t feel like a big gamble. If you have something you’d love to share at Dataharvest, we want to ensure you have all the information and support you need to develop a great session. We’ve provided some guidelines on what makes a great pitch and now we’re hosting a…

  • Dataharvest Hackday: Book a masterclass and learn a new skill

    Dataharvest Hackday: Book a masterclass and learn a new skill

    Dataharvest – the European Investigative Journalism Conference is an opportunity to learn from your peers, network, and pick up a new skill. However, conference sessions are only 75 minutes long, and participants often wish they had more time to practice a newly acquired skill. This is why we’re offering four different full-day, hands-on masterclasses on…

  • Dataharvest 2025 ticket sales open!

    Dataharvest 2025 ticket sales open!

    Ticket sales for Dataharvest – the European Investigative Journalism Conference 2025 are now open. Get your ticket here and join us in Mechelen! In late May 2025, more than 500 (European) investigative and data journalists will gather in Mechelen, Belgium, to learn from each other, network, and collaborate. The three-day conference opens on Friday, 23 May…

  • What makes a great Dataharvest session

    What makes a great Dataharvest session

    Every year, we are pleasantly surprised by the number of quality pitches we receive. The best ideas come from our community, and we are looking forward to your contributions this year! The call for proposals is now open. But what makes a great Dataharvest session? Here are some pitching guidelines: Think methodology, not content: Tell…

  • Dataharvest 2025 call for proposals open

    Dataharvest 2025 call for proposals open

    We are eager to read your ideas for the Dataharvest 2025 sessions – from the presentations of investigations you’ve been working on, to the (nerdy) skills you’d like to share with the community. The pitching form is now open, so please send us your ideas and recommendations for the programme! Dataharvest—the European Investigative Journalism Conference…

  • Save the Date for Dataharvest 2025!

    Save the Date for Dataharvest 2025!

    Mark your calendars! We’re happy to announce that the official date for Dataharvest 2025 is confirmed! The conference will be held from Thursday, May 22nd, to Sunday, May 25th. Arena for Journalism in Europe is excited to welcome our Dataharvest community back to Thomas More University in Mechelen, Belgium. The 15th edition of the European…