Dr Denis Mukwege
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UN backs weakened resolution on sexual violence in conflicts
Washington threatened a veto if the text spoke of reproductive rights
Who is Nobel Peace Prize winner Denis Mukwege?
The gynecologist was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in helping victims of sexual violence in the DRC
Fight to end rape in war must begin in peacetime — Nobel Prize winner Denis Mukwege
The Congolese doctor won the Nobel prize for his work to end sexual violence in war and is considered an expert on gang rape in conflict
Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Murad, Mukwege for campaigns against sexual violence
Denis Mukwege is a medic based in the DRC, and he and his staff have helped thousands of victims abused in its prolonged and bloody wars.
Congolese doctor helps Yazidi women overcome rape stigma
The sexual enslavement of Yazidis is a tragedy the DRC’s Dr Denis Mukwege is especially qualified to talk about