Join us in person for our Rappler+ briefing: Inside Rappler’s flood control investigation

2025 was a turning point. Across the country, Filipinos made one thing clear: we have had enough of the corruption that continues to harm our communities.

In March, Rappler released its investigation into former Bicolano lawmaker Zaldy Co and the scandals tied to his Sunwest conglomerate, which revealed how infrastructure contracts tied to his companies had ballooned to scandalous levels. What followed was a wave of nationwide scrutiny and citizen action – one investigation sparking many more, uncovering how deep the rot goes.

This is the kind of journalism we remain committed to: investigations that don’t stop on paper, but move people, strengthen institutions, and push the country toward accountability.

Now, we’re opening the doors for you to be part of this mission.

On December 10, for the first time, Rappler reporters will pull back the curtain on how they uncovered the story that helped ignite a national movement for accountability.

Join them live and in person for “Opening The Floodgates” at the Rappler Newsroom, as they walk you through how the investigation was built, the roadblocks they faced, and the support they need to push the next phase of corruption probes even further. Led by Investigative Desk head Chay Hofileña, this exclusive session reveals how investigative journalism opened the floodgates to truth, and what you, as part of our community, can do next.

This event is exclusive to Rappler+ members. Become a member today at rappler.com/plus.

A Rappler+ membership directly supports independent journalism. As a member, you’ll receive:

• Access to exclusive stories, newsletters, and investigative reports
• Invites to members-only briefings and events
• Entry into our private Rappler Communities channel
• An ad-free reading experience on our website
• And, most importantly, the knowledge that you help sustain truth-telling in the Philippines
  

We hope to see you in the newsroom.

Reserve your seat by signing up here and send proof of your membership to plus@rappler.com.

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