OUR FELLOWS
For the past decade, Portia has worked as a Research Scientist with the Science and Technology Policy Research Institute (STEPRI) of the Council for Scientific and Industry Research (CSIR) – Ghana’s policy research institute. Her area of interest is in policy-relevant climate and socio-economic studies, focusing on smallholder production systems’ vulnerability to climate impacts, empowering smallholders and households – especially women – to improve their livelihoods. Portia aims is to tackle gender imbalances through her work. She is also looking forward to enhancing her skills in innovation, policy improvement, and interventions.
“In the face of a changing climate, we must support the poorest and most vulnerable by building a resilient agricultural system.”
Area of Focus
Building the climate resilience of smallholder production systems and improving livelihoods
Fellows Stories
Africa Climate Summit highlights need for contextualized solutions in fight against Climate Change
Date: Oct 3, 2023
