prof. Emmanuel Ande Ivorgba
prof. Emmanuel Ande Ivorgba
President, Global Interfaith University (African Union University's Premium Academic Partner) and Research Coordinator of Interfaith Studies at African Union University (AUUI)
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Dr. Emmanuel Ande Ivorgba is a distinguished and dynamic leader whose multifaceted expertise spans over two decades of impactful work in the nonprofit sector, peacebuilding, education, and conflict resolution. As a success-driven visionary, he dedicates his life to empowering young people, equipping them with tools for self-healing, fostering bridges across cultural and religious divides, and cultivating environments where peace and justice can thrive. His approach combines grassroots activism with strategic solutions, making him a formidable force in promoting social cohesion and sustainable development.
Dr. Ivorgba holds advanced academic qualifications, including dual PhDs in Comparative Religions and Management, underscoring his depth of knowledge across religious, social, and organizational domains. He also earned a Graduate Certificate in School Management and Leadership from Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE), a Masters in General Management from Guglielmo Marconi University in Rome, Italy, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education from HIPDET University. These credentials reflect his commitment to academic excellence and his ongoing pursuit of knowledge to better serve communities.
Dr. Ivorgba is a distinguished researcher renowned for his extensive contributions to social science scholarship. His research interests encompass development studies, community engagement, and socio-economic issues affecting African societies. As a dedicated academic, he has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, contributing valuable insights to the understanding of social dynamics in Africa. His rigorous methodology and analytical skills have earned him recognition within the scholarly community. He is also a member of the Editorial Board of the African Quarterly Social Science Review.
His professional affiliations are numerous and prestigious. Emmanuel is a Paul Harris Fellow and a member of several esteemed international associations such as the American Academy of Religion (AAR), the Institute for Biblical Scholarship in Africa, and the Chartered Institute of Leadership, Education and Development (CILED) in the USA. He is also a Fellow of the Cardinal Onaiyekan Foundation for Peace and serves on the Academic Advisory Board of the School of Education at Adamas University in Kolkata, India. These memberships highlight his recognition as a leader in religious scholarship, leadership, and peace advocacy.
As a social innovator, Emmanuel founded Creative Minds International Academy, a K-12 school in Nigeria dedicated to nurturing critical thinking, interconnectedness, and sustainable relationships among students. His life’s work revolves around inspiring youth worldwide to embrace a culture of peace and justice. His efforts have earned him international recognition, including the 2014 Unsung Heroes of Compassion Award in San Francisco, acknowledging his leadership and dedicated service to humanity.
Currently, Emmanuel serves as the President, Global Interfaith University, West Africa Regional Coordinator for the United Religions Initiative (URI) and presides over The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center. His previous roles include Global Study Circle Coordinator for the Dalai Lama Foundation, USA, and Council Ambassador to the Parliament of the World’s Religions, USA. He also led the Ethics Education Fellowship at Arigatou International in Geneva. His involvement with Museum Africa in Chicago facilitated research on African cultures and the preservation of African history.
Emmanuel is the convener and director of the Annual International Conference on Youth and Interfaith Dialogue in Nigeria, attracting over 350 participants from more than ten countries annually. His extensive travel and presentation record—spanning conferences at Stanford University’s CCARE and other global venues—reflect his influence and commitment to fostering intercultural understanding, compassion, and peace. Emmanuel Ivorgba’s life exemplifies a relentless pursuit of transformative change, inspiring generations to build a more just, peaceful, and interconnected world.
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