EMBASSY NEWSCENTRE

General Resource Sites for Journalists

American Press Institute's Journalist's Toolbox

Links to useful resource sites and journalism tools.

Cyberjournalist.net

Gallup Polls Online

Factcheck.org

A site run by the Annenberg Public Policy Center at the University of Pennsylvania.

International Journalists' Network

A site run by the International Centre for Journalists in Washington that includes media resources, journalism handbooks, and information on fellowships and awards.

Poynter Institute's Resource Center

Refdesk.com

Writing Resources Online

The Elements of Style

This offers a concise guide to correct writing in the English language.

Background Information on Cote d'Ivoire

Connects to the IRC's Online Library with hundreds of resources about all aspects of Ivorian life, culture, history, and society.

Background Information on the United States

Connects to the IRC's Online Library with hundreds of resources about all aspects of American life, culture, history, and society.

Global Background Information

Connects to the IRC's Online Library with hundreds of resources about important global issues.

AIDS Resource Sites

AIDS Media Centre

Provides background information, photos, articles, audio, and other useful resources for reporting on HIV/AIDS.

Resources for Journalists Covering HIV/AIDS in Africa

The International Federation of Journalists has put together this list of resources specifically for journalists working on HIV/AIDS stories.