We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) video news organization dedicated to offering coverage of overlooked international news stories to American news providers - and hence the underserved American public. 


The BIR strives to examine issues and places that often remain neglected because of the constraints on the modern US news market. Our model is to use new technology and streamlined production to efficiently yet thoroughly cover stories that otherwise would remain untold.  


Our directors have a combined 30 years experience in network television news and have worked for ABC, CBS, CNN, PBS, Discovery, CBC and the New York Times. They have reported from over 25 countries worldwide.


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The Bureau for

International Reporting

Awards:


The BIR's work has received substantial recognition, including:


-Robert F Kennedy Memorial International Television Award


-First Place, News Magazine, National Headliner Awards


-Emmy Nominations for Outstanding Continuing Coverage and Best Report in a News Magazine


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RFK Award

National Headliner Award

Emmy Awards

Along with contributions from individuals like you, the BIR is proud to have received substantial operating support from the following:


The Ford Foundation

The Carnegie Corporation

The Compton Foundation


To view our 990, please visit Guidestar.org


Thank you.

Latest Work:
-We are now on the Huffington Post. Read our piece on how rare earth metals may provide a secret weapon in America’s quest for energy independence.
-Watch our latest PBS NewsHour report on the global race for rare earth metals.
-Learn more about our recent activities on our news page.http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jason-maloney/rare-earth-minerals---rar_b_620023.htmlhttp://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/business/jan-june10/metals_06-14.htmlRare_Earths.htmlBIR_News.htmlshapeimage_6_link_0shapeimage_6_link_1shapeimage_6_link_2shapeimage_6_link_3