Walusungu Mtonga, a Zambian medical doctor and IPPNW board member, advocates for nuclear disarmament by connecting local and global initiatives. Inspired by his late father’s work in disarmament, he emphasizes the need for grassroots education and incremental steps toward total elimination, such as promoting “no first use” policies. Mtonga highlights the challenges of engaging communities with immediate socioeconomic concerns and underscores the role of treaties like the TPNW in revitalizing global disarmament efforts.

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Victor Chelashow, a Kenyan physician and former IPPNW student representative, integrates public health with nuclear disarmament advocacy. He emphasizes the intersectionality of nuclear issues with climate change and social justice, tailoring messages to resonate with African audiences. Chelashow critiques the underrepresentation of Global South voices in nuclear debates and calls for inclusive language and platforms. His work focuses on education and universalizing the TPNW as steps toward stigmatizing and eventually eliminating nuclear weapons.

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Sarah Mabeza, a regional legal adviser for the ICRC, combines her passion for African diplomacy with a focus on nuclear disarmament. She emphasizes Africa’s leadership in the TPNW process, attributing success to collaboration with think tanks and civil society organizations. Mabeza highlights South Africa’s moral authority and convening power as key factors in mobilizing the African bloc for disarmament. She underscores the importance of sustained engagement and education to amplify Africa’s role in global nuclear policy.

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This interview highlights Guy Feugap's extensive work as a peace activist and organizer, particularly focusing on nuclear disarmament. He describes his career transition from WILPF to World Beyond War, advocating for the elimination of nuclear weapons through programs like the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW). Feugap emphasizes the dangers of nuclear weapons, the need for global cooperation, and the critical role of civil society in creating awareness and influencing policy. He concludes by stressing the importance of implementing resolutions and fostering trust in multilateral diplomacy to achieve meaningful progress in disarmament.

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This interview with Ayo Ayoola-Amale explores her journey as a lawyer, activist, and peace advocate. She highlights her role in founding the Ghana section of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF), emphasizing its mission for gender equality, human rights, and disarmament. Drawing on personal experiences and inspiration from figures like Rosa Parks, she discusses the intersections of gender, peace, and justice, advocating for global disarmament and ethical technology use. Ayoola-Amale underscores the need for collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous advocacy to address global challenges like nuclear proliferation and autonomous weapons.

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