The Michael Q. Ford Journalism Award is given to Gary Enos, Addiction Professional Magazine, www.addictionpro.com. Mr. Enos has served as Editor for Addiction Professional Magazine since its founding in 2003. He is recognized for his consistently high standard of journalistic excellence in the awareness, research, writing, and presentations of addiction news. In a mainstream news environment that frequently misunderstands, over simplifies, and sensationalizes addiction news, Mr. Enos’ work demonstrates depth, fairness, and professionalism.