Maria Ressa is a Filipino-American journalist and author known for her work in investigative journalism. She co-founded the news website Rappler in 2012, which focuses on political and social issues in the Philippines. Ressa has received numerous awards for her reporting, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021 for her efforts to safeguard freedom of expression. Ressa has faced legal challenges and government harassment due to her critical reporting on the administration of President Rodrigo Duterte. Her work highlights the importance of press freedom and the role of journalism in democracy, making her a prominent figure in the fight against misinformation and authoritarianism.