Transparency begins with access to information.
The FOIA Resource Center was created to help citizens better understand the public-records process, organize records, build timelines, and learn from the experiences documented by the NWA Transparency Project.
This section contains educational materials, examples, templates, organizational tools, and publicly available resources relating to public records and transparency.
DISCLAIMER
The information provided on this website is intended for educational, informational, research, and public-interest purposes only.
The NWA Transparency Project is not a law firm, and the Records Custodian is not an attorney.
Nothing contained on this website constitutes legal advice, legal representation, or legal services.
Any templates, examples, correspondence samples, tracking tools, timelines, request language, litigation materials, or organizational methods are provided solely as examples and should not be relied upon as legal advice.
Every situation is different. Individuals seeking legal advice should consult a licensed attorney regarding their specific circumstances.
AVAILABLE RESOURCES
• Public Records Request Templates
• Public Records Tracking Logs
• Records Organization Guides
• Timeline Building Methods
• Correspondence Examples
• Document Management Resources
• Research Techniques
• Public Records Lessons Learned
COMING SOON
• Arkansas FOIA Starter Guide
• Request Tracking Spreadsheet
• Records Organization Toolkit
• Public Records Archive Templates
• Timeline Templates
• Research Worksheets
DID YOU KNOW?
Obtaining records is often only the first step. Understanding, organizing, and preserving those records can be just as important.
The purpose of this resource center is to help citizens become better record keepers, researchers, and users of public information.
Follow the records.
Follow the facts.