Jet Schouten

Jet Schouten was awarded the prestigious De Tegel award for her investigative work on the 'Implant Files'. This recognition is one of the highest honors in Dutch journalism, celebrating her contribution to uncovering critical issues in the medical device industry.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Jet Schouten conducted significant investigations into the testing procedures and availability in the Netherlands. Her reporting highlighted the challenges and shortcomings in the national response to the pandemic, influencing public policy and awareness.

Jet Schouten joined Nieuwsuur, a leading Dutch current affairs television program, where she continues her investigative work. At Nieuwsuur, she focuses on in-depth reporting on healthcare, consumer safety, and regulatory issues, bringing critical stories to a national audience.

As part of the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), Jet Schouten played a key role in the 'Implant Files' investigation. This global project exposed the lack of regulation and oversight in the medical device industry, leading to worldwide reforms.

Jet Schouten made headlines with her investigation into the safety of breast implants. Her reporting revealed that many implants were not properly tested, leading to health risks for women. This investigation was a precursor to the larger 'Implant Files' project.

Jet Schouten joined the team of Radar, a consumer advocacy program on Dutch television, where she honed her skills in investigative journalism. Her work at Radar focused on exposing consumer fraud and advocating for consumer rights.

Jet Schouten began her career in journalism at AVROTROS, where she worked as a researcher and reporter. Her early work focused on consumer issues, laying the groundwork for her future investigative reporting on healthcare and safety.