Journalismfund's goal in supporting cross-border investigative journalism is to inform the public about the many challenges we face and the possible ways to address them. At the same time we hope that through the projects we support, those in power are held accountable and that communities are well-informed and can have their voices heard. It is not always easy to determine whether and how a news story leads to real, lasting change. But we see evidence that they do and that independent, in-depth reporting can make a difference. This page lists some of the impacts we have documented. More on what we think about impact.

Swiss Court Rejects Diplomatic Immunity After Investigation

2025-11-03

GENEVA – In a landmark case, the Swiss Federal Supreme Court has ruled that diplomatic immunity cannot be used to block legal action over alleged exploitation of domestic workers.

German Waste Exports Under Scrutiny After Investigation

2025-10-27

DÜSSELDORF / MUNICH – Findings of a cross-border environmental investigation into waste exports discussed in state parliaments in Germany.

Perenco environmental damage Congo DRC

Case Opened Against Perenco After Cross-border Investigation

2025-10-20

PARIS – French-British oil company Perenco is being taken to court for environmental damages in DRC, following cross-border investigations supported by Journalismfund Europe.

British MP to Start Campaign In Wake of Plastic Waste investigation

2025-10-15

LONDON – “Boy Wasted” investigation prompts campaigners to call for the UK government to ban all plastic waste exports, and former environment minister's response on plastic waste exports. 

Theatre Group Leader Resigns After Investigation into Abuse

2025-09-30

SFANTU GHEORGHE - The director of Osonó, a high school theatre group, resigned following an investigation into the abusive practices he carried out for decades in educational settings between Romania and Hungary.

Egypt Bans Touristic Bird Hunting After Cross-border Investigation

2025-09-09

CAIRO – New ban issued by the Egyptian Ministry of Environment for hunting birds in the New Valley and Lake Nasser, after a cross-border investigation into tourist hunting.