Dr. MichaelPervarah : Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Michael Pervarah is a passionate scholar and development professional dedicated to improving agricultural practices and empowering communities. With a PhD in Endogenous Development from the University for Development Studies, Ghana, his research focused on synergizing traditional and Western knowledge systems in smallholder agriculture for enhanced household food security. His earlier MPhil in African Studies explored the intersection of micro-finance and women’s empowerment in Ghana. Currently serving as a Lecturer at SD Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies, Wa, Dr. Pervarah previously managed a €760,000 Business Incubation and Entrepreneurship Project. 🌱📚

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Education :

Dr. Michael Pervarah, an esteemed scholar and educator, holds a rich academic background. His journey includes a PhD in Endogenous Development from the University for Development Studies, where he explored the synergy between Traditional and Western Knowledge Systems in Smallholder Agriculture. His MPhil in African Studies from the University of Ghana delved into the impact of Micro-finance on Women’s Empowerment in the Zabzugu-Tatale District. Dr. Pervarah’s educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology & History from Kwame Nkrumah University and a Teachers’ Certificate ‘A’ from the University of Cape Coast. Passionate about education and development, he continues to make a positive impact. 🎓🌍

Work Experience :

Dr. Michael Pervarah, a dynamic professional, seamlessly blends academia with impactful project management. As a current Lecturer at SD Dombo University, he imparts knowledge while contributing significantly to development initiatives. His role as Project Manager for a €760,000 EU-funded Business Incubation and Entrepreneurship Project showcased his leadership prowess. 🌐 Overseeing diverse teams, he catalyzed the growth of 7,800 women and youth-led MSMEs, fostering a robust business ecosystem. 🚀 With a rich history as Head of Programmes at ACDEP and Regional Coordinator for USAID/ADVANCE I, Dr. Pervarah is a strategic thinker, a skilled communicator, and a dedicated team player. 💡📚

Research Focus :

Dr. Michael Pervarah’s research focus spans grassroots accountability and mission accomplishment, particularly in the context of ACDEP (Association of Church Based Development Projects) in Northern Ghana. His co-authored paper with D. Osman, titled “Grassroots Accountability and Mission Accomplishment: The case of ACDEP in Northern Ghana,” published in Research journali’s Journal of Education in 2015, delves into the dynamics of grassroots accountability within ACDEP. Additionally, his contribution to “Phallic Competence: Fatherhood and the Making of Men in Ghana” in Culture, Society, and Masculinity reflects a broader interest in understanding cultural and gender dimensions, emphasizing the role of fatherhood in shaping masculinity Academic Impact 📚🌍

Publication Top Notes :

• Phallic competence: Fatherhood and the making of men in Ghana

• Traditional and Western knowledge systems used by smallholders: Harnessing synergies for improved household food security in rural Ghana

• TRADITIONAL AND WESTERN KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS IN SMALLHOLDER AGRICULTURE: HARNESSING SYNERGIES AND COMPLEMENTARITIES FOR IMPROVED HOUSEHOLD FOOD SECURITY IN THE KASSENA NANKANA …