In this interview, Daniel Högsta discusses his journey into ICAN, beginning as a law student interested in public international law, eventually interning with ICAN in 2013, and now working as an advocacy coordinator. He views nuclear weapons as destabilizing and highlights ICAN’s role in advocating for nuclear disarmament through a humanitarian lens, contrasting ICAN's approach with traditional deterrence views. Högsta emphasizes ICAN's unique, coalition-based structure, which collaborates with governments, academics, and civil society, each focusing on eliminating nuclear weapons while complementing the NPT. He is optimistic about the future impact of ICAN’s efforts, even if immediate results may not be visible, and he envisions a world without nuclear weapons as one founded on international norms and cooperation.

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In this interview, Beatrice Fihn shares insights on her journey to lead the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) and reflects on nuclear disarmament. She discusses her evolving views on nuclear weapons, describing them as both a global threat and largely ineffective in providing real security. She emphasizes ICAN's mission to make disarmament accessible, promote the humanitarian impact of nuclear arms, and engage diverse partners worldwide. Fihn critiques the nuclear status quo, attributing it to government and corporate interests that prioritize stability over disarmament, while highlighting ICAN’s commitment to collaborative, adaptable advocacy. Looking ahead, she remains hopeful yet cautious about achieving a world without nuclear weapons, noting the importance of sustained effort from civil society.

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