Möser, Robin E.

Edwick Madzimure, president of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF) Zimbabwe, discusses her advocacy for nuclear disarmament, linking it to broader issues of peace, gender equality, and climate justice. She emphasizes Africa's overlooked role in uranium mining and the disproportionate effects of nuclear testing and proliferation on the Global South. Madzimure critiques the lack of awareness and political will in African governments toward disarmament, advocating for increased public education, demystification of technical nuclear discourse, and stronger civil society coalitions. She underscores the need for gender-inclusive research and policies, highlighting strides made through WILPF's partnerships and regional collaborations to promote disarmament and address systemic inequities.

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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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Daniel Ajudeonu, a Nigerian activist and member of Young Pugwash, discusses his journey into nuclear disarmament, inspired by experiences such as a UN summer school and involvement with Effective Altruism. He focuses on youth capacity-building in Africa, addressing nuclear disarmament and peaceful applications like energy and medicine. Ajudeonu highlights nuclear weapons as destabilizing and advocates for eliminating them through global treaties like the TPNW, improved dialogue among nuclear states, and enhanced public awareness. Despite challenges like restrictive visa policies and limited representation of Global South voices, he emphasizes the need for inclusivity, knowledge-sharing, and long-term commitment to disarmament and global security.

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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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Ian Fleming Zhou, a PhD candidate in international relations, focuses on nuclear diplomacy and non-proliferation. His interest began during his undergraduate studies, where his academic curiosity about foreign policy narrowed into nuclear negotiations, influenced by his mentor. Active in both academia and activism, he sees these roles as complementary, enhancing his ability to advocate for disarmament. Zhou critiques the current geopolitical climate, noting failures in arms control dialogue and the destabilizing effects of nuclear weapons, and calls for greater civil society involvement to pressure governments for policy change.

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