PhD Student

Patrick Appiah is a Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist with over a decade of professional experience in research, program planning, monitoring, evaluation, and data management. He has a strong track record of supporting and improving outcomes on donor-funded projects implemented in collaboration with major international partners, including the World Bank, USAID, Global Challenges Research Fund, Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Global Fund. His work has primarily focused on health systems strengthening and social protection interventions.
Patrick possesses extensive expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, enabling him to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based programs that inform policy and practice. His analytical strengths lie in translating complex data into actionable insights for decision-making and program improvement.
His current research interest centres on economic inclusion among poor and extremely poor populations. He seeks to investigate how targeted economic inclusion strategies can serve as sustainable pathways for poverty alleviation, with a particular emphasis on vulnerable and marginalized groups.
As part of his academic journey, Patrick is being supervised by Prof. Isaac Osei-Akoto, whose extensive expertise in development economics and social policy provides valuable guidance for his research. Through his work, Patrick aims to contribute to policy-relevant knowledge that advances inclusive development and improves livelihoods.