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Congolese doctor, Yazidi activist win Nobel Peace Prize for combating sexual violence

Congolese doctor, Yazidi activist win Nobel Peace Prize for combating sexual violence

13 Sept 21:16 Key points summarised by AI
  • Congolese doctor Denis Mukwege and Yazidi activist Nadia Murad were awarded the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize for their relentless fight against sexual violence as a weapon of war.
  • Dr. Mukwege, known as 'the helper,' dedicates his life to treating thousands of sexual violence victims at his Panzi Hospital in the Democratic Republic of Congo, often risking his own safety.
  • Nadia Murad, a survivor of sexual slavery by Islamic State, bravely serves as 'the witness,' sharing her harrowing testimony to advocate for the Yazidi minority and champion women's rights globally.
  • Their combined efforts have significantly elevated the international visibility of wartime sexual violence, pushing for greater accountability for perpetrators and recognition for victims.
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