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Investigative Journalism Training Curriculum Development

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The contract seeks the design and delivery of a specialized training curriculum focused on investigative journalism, digital forensics, and source protection, tailored for Ukrainian journalists operating in high-risk environments. The curriculum must be comprehensive, culturally and contextually relevant to Ukraine’s media landscape, and capable of being delivered effectively under challenging conditions. Priority is given to practical, hands-on methodologies that empower journalists to gather, verify, and report on sensitive information while safeguarding their sources and digital identities against surveillance and repression. The effort is structured as a subcontract under the U.S. Mission to Ukraine, part of the Department of State, with a response deadline of September 1, 2026. The NAICS code 611430 indicates that the work falls under other schools and instruction, underscoring its educational and capacity-building nature. Training materials must be adaptable for both in-person and remote delivery formats, considering infrastructure limitations and security constraints within Ukraine. The ultimate goal is to strengthen the resilience and effectiveness of Ukrainian media by equipping journalists with advanced technical skills and ethical standards essential for credible, secure, and impact-driven reporting.

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Design and deliver adaptive investigative journalism training for Ukrainian journalists with focus on digital forensics and source protection.

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Department Of State → U.S. Mission To UkraineView Agency

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611430 - Professional and Management Development TrainingView NAICS

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AgencyDepartment Of State → U.S. Mission To Ukraine
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Design and deliver a specialized training curriculum in investigative journalism, digital forensics, and source protection for Ukrainian journalists.

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