Maria Ressa

Maria Ressa is a Filipino journalist and author who bravely fights for truth and press freedom. She became the first Filipino Nobel Peace Prize winner for her work in journalism.

 Birthplace: Manila, Philippines   
Birth Date: October 2, 1963   
Field: Journalism & Human Rights

Co-founder and CEO of the news site Rappler

Winner of the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize

Advocate for press freedom and truth in media

Named one of Time Magazine’s “Persons of the Year”

Maria teaches that speaking the truth and protecting others’ rights are acts of courage and love for your country.

She once said her favorite superhero is anyone who tells the truth!