Policy Plan

Stichting Ida exists to advance accountability journalism globally. Its mission is to document and challenge disinformation, investigate policy obstruction across borders, and amplify the voices of communities affected by pollution, climate change, and environmental degradation.

The Foundation’s objectives are to:

  • Support public interest journalism and critical research.

  • Protect and expand the space for public debate, protest, and dissent.

  • Empower journalists and communities to hold power to account.

  • Promote transparency, justice, and equity in the information ecosystem.


Strategic Plan

The Foundation pursues its objectives by:

  • Producing and publishing investigative journalism in multiple formats and languages.

  • Documenting and reporting on extractive industry influence and disinformation.

  • Collaborating with local and international journalists and media outlets.

  • Providing training, mentorship, and resources to journalists and students.

  • Developing and disseminating research, briefings, and educational materials.

  • Convening workshops and dialogues for knowledge-sharing and coalition building.

  • Partnering with other journalism organizations for joint investigations.

  • Challenging climate disinformation with counter-narratives and public engagement.

  • Supporting independent journalism through shared infrastructure, fundraising, and grants.


Executive Board Members

The Executive Board manages the Foundation. Members act in line with the Foundation’s mission and are jointly responsible for adopting budgets, policy plans, and annual reports

  • Amy Westervelt:  Chairperson / Director

  • Lindsay Crowder:  Secretary-Treasurer

  • Alleen Brown:  Member

  • Martine Doppen:  Member

  • Frank Huisingh:  Member

Remuneration policy

Stichting Ida's remuneration policy follows a market-based remuneration policy. This means that it is in line with that of comparable non-profit organisations. Staff salaries range between €50,000 and €200,000, depending on role, experience, and responsibility.

Board members do not receive remuneration for their duties. They may be reimbursed for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses and non-excessive attendance fees. Board members may also be employed by the Foundation under a contract, in which case their remuneration is determined by the Board.

Fundraising and management of the assets

The Foundation will be financed mainly through grants and philanthropic contributions. It may also accept gifts, subsidies, and other income. Stichting Ida will not aim to make a profit; all income will be used to advance its mission. Funds will be allocated to:

  • Core activities (investigations, publications, research).

  • Capacity building for journalists and creatives.

  • Convenings, workshops, and collaborations.

  • Modest operating and administrative expenses, proportionate to programme spending.

Accounting principles

The annual accounts are to be prepared in accordance with the Guidelines for Annual Reporting, specifically RJ 650 Fundraising Organisations (modified 2017). 


2025-2026 Financial statement

Budget forecast $250,000

We are actively fundraising for 2026, but have so far secured $250,000 in funding for Stichting Ida.

Estimated benefits: $250,000  budget in USD

Other non-profit organisations - $200,000

General reserves - $50,0000

Total $250,000

Estimated costs: $250,000 budget in USD

Salaries & Consultants $150,000

Annual event $0

Activities $0

Travel & pollution offset $10,000

Administrative $50,000

Contingency $40,000

Total $250,000