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Djordje Padejski
Djordje Padejski is a computational journalism scholar, investigative journalist, and media strategist working at the intersection of journalism, artificial intelligence, and the future of news. As Associate Director of Stanford University’s John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships, he mentors fellows and alumni in newsroom leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship —guiding them from identifying funding to scaling high-impact projects. His work empowers journalism leaders to push boundaries, foster collaboration, and drive change in the industry—helping them innovate and adapt to the evolving media landscape.
In addition to his role at JSK, Djordje teaches journalism and artificial intelligence at Stanford and ASU’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism, where he is also earning his doctorate in computational journalism. His research critically examines the impact of AI on journalism and media ecosystems—analyzing both its disruptive and transformative aspects, as well as the role of media in reporting on AI. His work challenges the hype-driven storytelling around AI and advocates for AI literacy and more investigative scrutiny of AI technologies.
A veteran investigative journalist, editor and newsroom leader, Djordje has worked with top investigative outlets, including the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), The Center for Investigative Reporting, OCCRP, and The Center for Investigative Journalism in Serbia, which he co-founded and directed. As a core member of the groundbreaking Offshore Leaks investigation, he contributed to an award-winning ICIJ project that led to high-profile resignations and policy changes worldwide.
As a Knight Fellow at Stanford in 2012, he developed innovative journalism tools, including FOIA Machine (now with MuckRock), a public records platform that has since become an important resource for investigative journalists. His ongoing work—through teaching, mentorship, and research—focuses on empowering journalists with the tools, knowledge, and critical frameworks needed to investigate the growing influence of AI on society.
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