Peter Thum has a vision that many would consider unconventional. Thum is focused on changing Africa by taking AK 47's, destroying them, and creating beautiful watches and accessories.
With the vision of an Africa free from assault rifles, Peter, in his Ted Talks video below, explains his experience meeting a 12 year-old boy carrying an AK47.
He was amazed at the amount of guns and violence in areas such as Kenya, Rwanda and the Congo.
Instantly, Thum and his partner set out to raise awareness through their project Fonderie 47 in 2009.
Taking thousands of weapons off the street daily is just half of what Peter has accomplished.
He is the founder of Ethos Water, and has raised millions in grants to help people worldwide access to healthy water.
If you are interested in being a part of Peter's movement for clean water and gun control, his website Liberty United has all the details.
Check out this video with one of Fonderie 47 designers:
