National FOI expert, David Cuillier, will teach journalists and citizens the power of open records and how to acquire them. Topics include:

. Examples how open records are helpful in everyday life
. Strategies for effective records requests
. Psychological skills for getting officials to give you what you need
. Rousing inspiration for freedom of information

Participants will receive handouts and resources for using public records in everyday life.

Trainer David Cuillier, Ph.D., has served as an SPJ newsroom trainer in FOI since 2005 and is a frequent writer of FOI Toolbox columns in Quill. A former journalist, Cuillier teaches classes on access to records and conducts research in FOI. He is co-author with Charles Davis of the book, The Art of Access: Strategies for Acquiring Public Records.

This event is free but seats are limited so reserve your spot today!
To register online please click the link below or call 404.577.7377.

WHEN
Tuesday, May 18 from 11:30AM – 1:30PM. Attendees should bring their lunch.

WHERE
Decatur Library
215 Sycamore Street
Decatur, GA 30030
404-370-3070
There is complimentary parking behind the library.

The national tour is sponsored by the Society of Professional Journalists through a grant by the Sigma Delta Chi Foundation.