Prof. Esther Yeboah Danso-Wiredu
Prof. (Mrs.) Esther Yeboah Danso-Wiredu is a highly regarded faculty member in the Department of Geography Education at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW). With years of dedication to her field, she has made significant contributions to the areas of geography, urban development, social inequality, and environmental sustainability through her extensive research and knowledge dissemination efforts.
She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geography from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium, and a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Social Change from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). She also possesses a Post-Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education from UEW, demonstrating her commitment to academic excellence and pedagogy.
Research and Scholarly Contributions
With an extensive research portfolio, Prof. (Mrs.) Esther Danso-Wiredu’s work focuses on urban geography, housing typologies in Africa, environmental challenges, and gender and social development issues. She has authored several books and peer-reviewed journal articles that have significantly contributed to policy formulation and academia. Her scholarly engagements have earned her recognition as a respected researcher and thought leader in geography and urban studies.
Leadership and Institutional Service
Prof. (Mrs.) Esther Danso-Wiredu served as Director of the Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Development (DRID), where she spearheaded initiatives that enhanced the university’s research output and fostered academic collaborations.
Her previous roles include serving as the Deputy Director of DRID, Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Foreign Languages Education, and Head of the Department of Geography Education. She has also been an active member of various boards and committees within UEW, contributing to strategic decision-making and policy implementation.
Grants and International Collaborations
Prof. (Mrs.) Esther Danso-Wiredu has been instrumental in securing research grants and leading collaborative projects on both national and international levels. She has been part of teams that have won significant grants, including funding from the Volvo Research and Educational Foundations (VREF) and ERASMUS EDU, focusing on vocational education, sustainable transport, and urban planning. Her international engagements have also included guest lectures and research partnerships with institutions across Africa, Europe, and North America.
