Wake Investigations is an independent investigative collective dedicated to increasing transparency and accountability within industrial animal agriculture through investigative journalism, documentary filmmaking and public-interest reporting.
Our mission is to uncover important stories that would otherwise remain unseen and make credible evidence freely available to the public.
In-depth investigations into systemic issues within industrial animal agriculture, conducted with rigor and independence.
Compelling visual storytelling that brings evidence to life and makes complex issues accessible to the public.
Strategic use of FOI legislation to obtain documents and data that reveal what organisations would prefer to keep hidden.
All findings grounded in verifiable evidence, ensuring credibility and impact in the public interest.
Identifying stories of public interest through desk research, source development and pattern analysis.
Source developmentCollecting documentation, conducting interviews and obtaining evidence through lawful means.
Chain of custody maintainedWorking with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and context.
Independent expert inputRigorous fact-checking and legal review before publication.
Legal sign-offReleasing findings through our platform and partner outlets.
Partner outlet releaseMaking evidence freely available for journalists, researchers and the public.
Free to reuseOur investigations and supporting resources are released under a free-to-use licence with responsible-use conditions, allowing journalists, researchers, educators, campaigners and the public to build upon our work while helping prevent sensationalism or misuse.
Learn more about our approach →Independent investigations require time, expertise and resources. Your support helps us continue uncovering stories that matter and making evidence freely available.
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