Maria Ressa on Truth, Democracy & Disinformation, with CBC's Adrienne Arsenault | Chan Centre

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This is a powerful and timely conversation with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Maria Ressa, one of the most fearless voices in journalism today. In this compelling event at the Chan Centre, Ressa shares her insights on the global fight for truth, the erosion of democratic values, and the urgent need to protect our information ecosystems. As co-founder and CEO of Rappler, she has stood on the front lines of press freedom in the Philippines, facing political persecution and multiple arrest warrants while continuing to hold power to account. Awarded the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize for her defense of freedom of expression, Ressa is also the bestselling author of "How to Stand Up to a Dictator", a deeply personal exploration of disinformation, technology, and the future of democracy. Moderated by Emmy Award-winning journalist Adrienne Arsenault of CBC News, this conversation dives into the challenges facing global media, the rise of digital manipulation, and how collective action can safeguard democratic institutions. Filmed live April 2, 2026 at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts in Vancouver, B.C. Filmed by Collide Entertainment https://collideentertainment.com Director & Editor - Mike Southworth Producer - Joanna Dundas Cameras - Daniel Byrne, Fabrizio Belardetti, & Adam PW Smith IMag - Brandon Fletcher Audio Recording - Brad Danyluk https://chancentre.com https://www.instagram.com/ChanCentreUBC https://www.facebook.com/chan.centre.ubc @chancentre_ubc #MariaRessa #PressFreedom #Democracy #Journalism #NobelPeacePrize #Disinformation #Rappler #GlobalPolitics 00:00 Introduction with Jarrett Martineau 03:10 Maria Ressa Keynote Presentation 34:26 Maria Ressa Interview and Audience Questions with Adrienne Arsenault