IRE16: Investigating in the Wake of Disaster – Special Message Irwin E. Redlener June 17, 2016 As Dr. Redlener was unable to attend #IRE16 in person this year, he recorded a special message for all the attendees of the 2016 Investigative Reporters and Editors conference and in particular for the panel hosted by the Dart Center, Columbia University. This content is particularly pertinent for all journalists with an interest in covering topics of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery, and addresses seven critical topics and inherent challenges of disaster journalism. Accompanying Tipsheet: Event Homepage: ire.org/conferences/ire-2016/ Tags: Disaster Recovery, Disaster Preparedness, Disaster Journalism