Anabel Hernandez

Anabel Hernández is one of Mexico's leading investigative journalists. She has worked on national dailies, including Reforma, Milenio, and El Universal and its investigative supplement La Revista. Her previous books include the award-winning Narcoland, La familia presidencial, Fin de fiesta en los pinos, and Los cómplices del presidente.

In awarding Hernández the 2012 Golden Pen of Freedom, the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers noted, "Mexico has become one of the most dangerous countries in the world for journalists, with violence and impunity remaining major challenges in terms of press freedom. In making this award, we recognize the strong stance Ms. Hernández has taken, at great personal risk, against drug cartels."