Method
We apply the scientific method to investigative and data journalism.
This means a solid, data-driven methodology for journalistic work, involving experts and researchers throughout all phases of the investigations, with clear agreements ensuring mutual independence. It also means collecting needs from the involved communities along the way.
FACTA’s method, step by step
1.
Clear hypothesis
Guided by experts and scientists, the needs of local communities, relevant literature, and public discourse, we formulate clear and explicit hypotheses to be tested.
2.
Data and literature
The investigation begins: we search for literature reviews, relevant publications and reports, open and public data, and original or citizens’ science experiments.
3.
Field reporting
We go into the field to collect stories and experiences, with particular attention to how local communities deal with problems and the solutions they test.
4.
Feedback
At every stage of the investigation, we seek feedback from experts across scientific disciplines on our hypotheses, process, data, and results, while safeguarding editorial independence.
5.
Final publication
In syndication with other media, we publish our investigations in an innovative format, experimenting with data, visualisation and multimedia.
