Joel Raveloharimisy

Dr. Joel Raveloharimisy serves as Director of the MSCID Program and Associate Professor at Andrews University’s School of Social & Behavioral Sciences. Fluent in English, French, and Malagasy, he specializes in international development, political science, and gender studies, with a focus on Madagascar’s socio-political dynamics. His research explores NGO effectiveness, faith-based organizations’ roles in development, and family dynamics in public health contexts.

Education: PhD in Political Science (Western Michigan University, 2011), MBA (Eastern Washington University, 2004), BA in Interdisciplinary Studies (Eastern Washington University, 2003), and advanced certifications in ESL and Social Science from the University of Antananarivo (Madagascar).

Research emphasizes Madagascar’s political crises, women’s leadership, and the intersection of faith and development. He has presented at conferences such as the African Studies Association Annual Meeting and the Midwest Political Science Association. His work includes a $20k grant examining family dynamics and contraceptive use in Madagascar (co-PI).

Professional activities include consulting for Bethany International Services on child welfare in Madagascar and organizing panels on African politics and development. His publications span journals like Journal of International Women’s Studies Review and Interdisciplinary Journal of Best Practices in Global Development.