Week 1 (LinkedIn & Facebook) - This webinar will explore strategies for leveraging LinkedIn and Facebook as powerful tools in social media investigations. Participants will learn how to gather insights on individuals, organizations, and networks by analyzing public profiles, posts, and connections. The session will cover platform specific tools, along with advanced search techniques and privacy settings, providing effective ways to access and interpret relevant data ethically and efficiently. Attendees will have a clear understanding of best practices for using these platforms to support their investigative needs.

Week 2 (X and Instagram) - This webinar will focus on using X and Instagram for effective social media investigations. Attendees will learn methods for gathering real-time insights, tracking events, and analyzing trends through posts, geotags, and user interactions. The session will cover platform specific tools, advanced search tactics, and the interpretation of visual and textual content to uncover relevant information.

Week 3 (Reddit/Other “Board” Platforms) – This webinar will delve into leveraging Reddit and similar forum platforms for in-depth social media investigations. Attendees will discover techniques for navigating discussion threads, uncovering community sentiment, and identifying influential users across a range of topics and industries. The session will highlight search tactics, topic tracking, and ethical considerations when analyzing user-generated content on these forums. By the end, participants will be equipped to utilize Reddit and other forums as valuable resources for gathering open-source intelligence and supporting investigative work.

Week 4 (Telegram & WhatsApp) – This webinar will examine how to effectively use Telegram and WhatsApp for social media investigations, with a focus on their unique communication dynamics. Attendees will learn how Telegram serves as a hub for protest groups and large community channels, providing insights into coordinated events and public sentiment. Additionally, the session will explore how WhatsApp is used for international discussions, often revealing regional perspectives information flows within private group settings.