ARIJ Forum is the largest annual independent journalism gathering in the Arab World, bringing regional and international journalists, fact-checkers, media outlets, technology companies, foundations, civil society organisations, and other stakeholders supporting independent media and freedom of speech together to celebrate and strengthen the investigative journalism ecosystem in the Arab region.

ARIJ Forum is a chance to explore new directions, tackle the current challenges, share knowledge and network with leaders of Arab and global investigative journalism movements. It is an annual event to boost reporting skills, learn new tools, and get acquainted with the latest trends in reporting and fact-checking. It is also an opportunity to network with TV broadcasters, technology companies, media organisations, fact-checking units and universities from all around the globe.