Afua Ayewa Tenkorang is currently pursuing a PhD in Population Studies with a solid background in community development, entrepreneurship, and gender equity. Her research interests encompass social health dynamics, adolescents, women, body mass index, sexual behavior, and autonomy.

Ms. Tenkorang holds an MA in Population Studies from the University of Ghana and a BED in Mathematics with a Physics minor from the University of Cape Coast. She has a strong foundation in both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Her extensive experience spans various academic and field roles, including her position as a Field Supervisor on the QES program, “Examining the Effect of Household Headship on Women’s Household Decision-Making Regarding Health and Nutrition”.

Ms. Tenkorang is currently a Teaching Assistant at the Regional Institute for Population Studies, University of Ghana. She has previously worked as a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at the Ghana Statistical Service and as a Team Leader for the DeliverEd project at ISSER. In these positions, she continuously displayed leadership, project management, and data analysis abilities. Her responsibilities have included creating monitoring frameworks, directing teams, and communicating with educational and government stakeholders. Ms. Tenkorang has actively participated in community-focused programs, partnered with the Coalition of Domestic Election Observers to educate individuals about voter involvement, and supported parliamentary activities as a Program Officer with the STAR-Ghana Programme. Her volunteer work as a teacher in local schools emphasizes her dedication to education and community service.

Passionate about community development, entrepreneurship, and gender equity, Ms. Tenkorang’s academic background, professional experience, and volunteer activities have equipped her with the skills and knowledge to contribute meaningfully to these areas. She is enthusiastic about the QES program’s capacity-building, mentorship, and community engagement opportunities, which align perfectly with her career aspirations. Ms. Tenkorang looks forward to collaborating with diverse stakeholders to promote sustainable and inclusive development initiatives in Ghana and beyond.