In this episode of Silent Killers, host David Peck engages in a profound conversation with Alex Mouniam Babazi, a Ugandan doctor and advocate for disability rights. Alex shares his harrowing personal journey from being a soldier who stepped on a landmine to becoming a leader in victim assistance and the founder of the Amputee Self-Help Network. The discussion explores themes of trauma, recovery, and the importance of sharing personal stories as a means of healing. Alex highlights the challenges faced by amputees in Uganda, including the lack of rehabilitation services and access to prosthetics, and emphasizes the need for advocacy and support for individuals living with disabilities. The episode concludes with a reflection on the intersection of disability, poverty, and healthcare, and the ongoing efforts to improve the lives of landmine survivors.

Alex Munyambabazi is the founder and driving force behind the organization, bringing visionary leadership shaped by profound personal experience. An amputee who lost his right limb to a landmine blast while serving as an army officer, Alex has turned adversity into advocacy. He is a passionate peer counselor and a tireless campaigner against anti-personnel mines, championing the rights and needs of amputees across Uganda and beyond.

A professional medical practitioner, Alex holds a Master’s degree in Immunology and Medical Microbiology, a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, and a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology. His unique blend of scientific expertise and lived experience fuels his commitment to improving healthcare and support systems for landmine victims.

Recognized internationally, Alex has represented Ugandan amputees and landmine survivors at global forums, speaking out for justice, rehabilitation, and the eradication of landmines worldwide. His leadership embodies resilience, service, and an unwavering dedication to humanitarian action.

David Peck is a writer, speaker, and award-winning podcaster who works at the intersection of storytelling, social change, and meaningful dialogue. As the host of Face2Face and former host of Toronto Threads on 640 AM, he has published over 650 in-depth interviews with some of the world’s most compelling thinkers, artists and storytellers, including Viggo Mortensen, Sarah Polley, Raoul Peck, Werner Herzog, Chris Hadfield, David Cronenberg, Gillian Anderson and Wade Davis. With a background in philosophy and international development, David brings a thoughtful, globally aware perspective to every conversation. He’s a published author and experienced keynote speaker, known for creating spaces where complexity is welcomed and ideas come alive. Whether moderating panels, hosting live events, or speaking on issues ranging from ethics to media, David’s work is grounded in a deep curiosity about people. At heart, he simply loves good conversation — and believes it’s one of the best ways we grow, connect, and make sense of the world.

For more information about David Peck’s podcasting, writing and public speaking please visit his site here.

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