AdvertisementHe fights sexual violence. He's won a Nobel and now a $1 million honor. Is he hopeful?May 10, 2024Fatma TanisfacebookEmailCongolese gynecologist Denis Mukwege has spent nearly 25 years campaigning against sexual violence and aiding survivors. On Thursday, he won the $1 million Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity. In his remarks, he paid tribute to the survivors. "These women stand up again after being subjected to extreme violence and not only reclaim their own strength but also extend a helping hand to others." (AFP via Getty Images)