21
June
2024 / Host: Cannes Lions / Stage: Debussy Theatre
Hear from the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and this year's recipient of the Cannes LionHeart - one of the Festival’s most prestigious Awards given to a person who has harnessed their position to make a significant and positive difference to the world around us.
As the CEO of Rappler - the top news site leading the fight for press freedom in the Philippines - Ressa has led their battle for truth and democracy, and has endured constant political harassment and arrests by the Duterte government. Her most recent book, How to Stand Up to a Dictator has been translated into 20 languages, with more to come.
Join her for a powerful keynote ahead of receiving the Award during the Festival’s legendary final Awards Show.