Dr. Wisdom Kwadwo Mprah, a lecturer at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), has made history by becoming the first Ghanaian with a hearing disability to be promoted to the position of Associate Professor.
This remarkable achievement follows a series of groundbreaking milestones for the disability community in Ghana. Just recently, Mr. Juventus Duorinaah became the first deaf lawyer in Ghana, underscoring the growing potential and accomplishments of individuals with disabilities.
Professor Mprah, a passionate advocate for disability inclusion, has been a dedicated faculty member at KNUST’s Department of Health Promotion and Disability Studies since 2013.
He holds a Diploma in Education, a Bachelor of Arts in Geography, and a Master of Philosophy in Geography, all from the University of Cape Coast, as well as a Doctorate in Disability Studies from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
His expertise lies in disability theory, deaf studies, sexual and reproductive health, particularly as it relates to disabled persons, and disability-inclusive policies.
Throughout his career, Professor Mprah has conducted extensive research, both locally and internationally, on sexual and reproductive health, mental health education, and the employment of persons with disabilities.
His commitment to advocacy is reflected in his roles as a member of the technical committee reviewing Ghana’s Persons with Disability Act, 715, and as a member of both the Ghanaian Sign Language Curriculum Development Committee and the Curriculum Review for Inclusivity in Education Expert Advisory Panel.
Professor Mprah’s promotion serves as a powerful reminder that disability is not inability. His achievements, along with those of other pioneering individuals like Juventus Duorinaah, demonstrate that with equal opportunities and the necessary support, people with disabilities can achieve remarkable things.
Professor Mprah’s journey inspires hope and serves as a beacon for future generations, proving that a truly inclusive society benefits from the diverse talents and contributions of all its members.
SOURCE: DisabilityNewsGH.com