“As federal data becomes harder to access — whether through resource constraints, shifting priorities, or outright disappearance — the challenge for journalists isn’t just analysis, it’s access.

“Join the National Press Club Journalism Institute for a free training webinar designed for reporters navigating a rapidly changing data landscape, where the reliability, availability, and transparency of public health information can no longer be taken for granted.

“Featuring public health experts, this session will surface trusted pathways to data at the local, regional, and state levels while offering practical guidance on how to validate and use it responsibly.

“We’ll explore how to identify credible data sources beyond federal agencies, verify what you find, and responsibly incorporate emerging tools — including AI-assisted analysis — without compromising rigor. The focus is practical: how to keep your reporting grounded in evidence, even when the evidence is harder to find.”