Dr. Denis Mukwege

- Founder & Medical Director, Panzi Hospital since 1999
- Chief Surgeon, Lemera Hospital (1989–1996)
- International speaker and advocate for women’s rights, sexual violence survivors, and healthcare reform

Many publications and reports on fistula, trauma surgery, and peace-building; developer of holistic survivor care model. Lead on landmark studies of gender-based violence

Nobel Peace Prize (2018)
Sakharov Prize (2014)
United Nations Human Rights Prize (2008)
Olof Palme Prize (2008)
Right Livelihood Award (2013)
Member of The Elders (2024)

Dr. Denis Mukwege is celebrated as one of the world’s leading gynecological surgeons and human rights defenders. As founder and director of Panzi Hospital, he has treated more than 80,000 survivors of sexual violence and advanced holistic healing for women and children affected by armed conflict. His pioneering model integrates medical, psychosocial, legal, and economic recovery. The Nobel Peace Prize honored his tireless advocacy for justice, women’s rights, and peace in the DRC and worldwide. Dr. Mukwege continues to inspire global action against sexual violence and to educate future health leaders.