Policies
Anti-Bribery, Fraud & Corruption Policy
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At Ida Collective we have a commitment to integrity in everything we do. We believe that success depends upon a relation of trust and professionalism with our stakeholders; namely, our employees, collective members, media partners, advertisers, funders, and the general public. You can view our detailed anti-corruption policy here.
Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy
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Ida does not allow any partner, supplier, sub-contractor, agent or any individual engaged by Stichting Ida to engage in any form of child abuse, maltreatment or poor safeguarding practice. A child is anyone under the age of 18, You can view our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy here.
Anti-Money Laundering Policy
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It is the policy of Stichting Ida to prohibit and actively prevent money laundering and any activity that facilitates money laundering or the funding of terrorist or criminal activities by complying with all applicable requirements in the countries in which we operation You can view our detailed policy here.
WHISTLEBLOWER POLICY
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This Whistleblower Policy is intended to encourage and enable employees and others to raise serious concerns internally so that Ida can address and correct inappropriate conduct and actions. It is the responsibility of all board members, officers, employees and volunteers to report concerns about violations of Ida’s code of ethics or suspected violations of law or regulations that govern Ida’s operations.
Data Management & Protection policy
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Stichting Ida, dba Ida Collective, considers the safeguarding of data protection rights as part of its social responsibility. You can read our detailed data management & protection policy here.
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 with policy making responsibilities will not be remunerated for such duties, but may be reimbursed for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses and non-excessive attendance fees. Executive 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 funds 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