Ini Dorcas Dah

Dr. Ini Dorcas Dah is a Research Fellow at the Department for Theological Gender Research, Catholic Theological Faculty, University of Münster (2022–2025) under the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation's Georg Foster Fellowship. She specializes in Gender Studies, Eco-Theology, and Holistic Mission, with a focus on West African societies (Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana). Her work examines gender roles, creation care, and the impact of Lobi/Birifor marriage systems on transformational development.

• PhD in Theology (Akrofi-Christaller Institute of Theology, Mission and Culture, Ghana, 2015)
• Double Master’s in Theology & Mission (2009–2011) and English: Applied Linguistics (2004–2005)

Her research spans African indigenous religions, Gospel and Culture, and postcolonial theology, analyzing how biblical themes intersect with local traditions. Recent publications explore topics like gold mining’s ecological consequences, Christian responses to insecurity, and women’s roles in sustainable development. She actively contributes to interfaith dialogues and contextual theological education across Africa and Europe.

Scientific awards include the

• Georg Foster Fellowship (Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, 2022–2025)
• Post-Doc Fellowship at Akrofi-Christaller Institute (2016–2017)

As a member of organizations like the Lausanne Movement, Langham Women Forum, and Sustainable Medical Missions, she bridges academic research with practical mission work, advocating for women’s education and environmental justice. Her field research in Burkina Faso, Ghana, and Côte d'Ivoire since 2017 highlights participatory methods and data analysis.