25 September | Peiraios 260 | In collaboration with the iMEdD International Journalism Forum
Where stories cross borders: IJ4EU’s annual UNCOVERED returns to Athens.
Cross-border journalism doesn’t happen in isolation—and neither does UNCOVERED. In September 2025, the UNCOVERED Conference returns to Athens, once again joining forces with the iMEdD International Journalism Forum to convene Europe’s investigative reporting community. Together, these two events form a shared space for journalists, editors, funders and media advocates to connect across borders, disciplines and perspectives.
Organised by the European Centre for Press and Media Freedom (ECPMF), UNCOVERED offers a closer look at the work of IJ4EU grantees and others shaping the landscape of collaborative watchdog journalism in Europe.
Registration for UNCOVERED opens on 17 July.
WHY ATTEND UNCOVERED?
Europe’s investigative journalism meets its people
IJ4EU’s annual conference UNCOVERED brings together reporters, editors, funders, and media freedom advocates to swap notes, share lessons, and spark new ideas. Whether you’re chasing your next cross-border collaboration, showcasing a powerful story, or just looking for inspiration — UNCOVERED is the place for you to be.
Here’s what to expect:
Behind-the-scenes insights from IJ4EU-funded investigations
Workshops and talks on everything from press freedom to investigative techniques
Real conversations about challenges in the field — from legal threats to burnout
Unfiltered connection with Europe’s investigative journalism community
IJ4EU Impact Award 2025
Recognising excellence in cross-border investigative journalism
The IJ4EU Impact Award ceremony will take place on 26 September as a joint highlight of UNCOVERED and iMEdD International Journalism Forum, celebrating the year’s most compelling investigative projects in Europe.
With €15,000 in prize money, the awards recognise cross-border teams whose work has made a significant impact. The award is managed by ECPMF on behalf of the IJ4EU consortium.
SAVE THE DATES
17 July – Registration for UNCOVERED opens. Places are limited and in high demand. To be the first to know when it goes live, sign up for the UNCOVERED newsletter, or follow ECPMF on Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn.
25 September – Closed-door kick-off of UNCOVERED for registered guests , including the latest IJ4EU grantees. Honest talk, no filters.
25–27 September — the iMEdD International Journalism Forum features UNCOVERED as part of its three-day programme of panels, discussions and new ideas in journalism.
REGISTER TO BOTH EVENTS
Attendance at UNCOVERED on 25 September requires registration for both UNCOVERED and the iMEdD Forum. Registration for UNCOVERED opens on 17 July.
Registering for the iMEdD Forum gives you access to all public activities of the Forum between 25 and 27 September, offering an excellent opportunity to engage with a wider community of journalists, experts, and media professionals.We highly encourage attendees to participate in the full Forum experience alongside UNCOVERED to make the most of this unique gathering.
Both events are free of charge.
What is UNCOVERED?
UNCOVERED is the annual conference of the Investigative Journalism for Europe (IJ4EU) programme. It is an opportunity to showcase the best investigative journalism that Europe has to offer and to discuss the challenges faced by those working to shine a light on stories affecting millions across the continent and beyond. The conference is organised by ECPMF, together with IJ4EU consortium partners the International Press Institute, the European Journalism Centre and Arena for Journalism in Europe. It is funded by the European Commission.
