Welcome to the Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies

Welcome to the Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies, an international hub of excellence dedicated to advancing gender and development issues.

Through our cutting-edge teaching and research, we strive to deepen knowledge and address social challenges. Our commitment extends to community services, training programs, intellectual advocacy, consultancies, and documentation.

By fostering strong networks, we work towards sustainable development, empowering individuals and communities to create meaningful and lasting change globally.

We are open to collaboration with individuals, NGOs, MDAs, industries, national and international organizations.

 

Dr. O.O. Ekundayo

Director, Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies

Upcoming Events

Calling on all art enthusiasts and lovers of art. This invitation is open to students in all universities.

Deadline for submission: 22 November, 2024.

Exhibition begins on the 9th of December, 2024 and ends 11th of December, 2024.

See fliers for more details.
Art exhibition
art-exhibition

Wall of Honour

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Your unwavering commitment to uplifting women, youth, children, and the vulnerable has touched countless lives, leaving an indelible mark on our society. You embody compassion, strength, and grace, serving as a beacon of hope and inspiration to us all. Your tireless efforts in championing the cause of social justice have not only transformed lives but have also ignited a spark of change that continues to illuminate our path towards a brighter future.

Professor Jacob Olupona’s groundbreaking work has transformed our understanding of African religions! This Harvard Divinity School professor bridges continents and faiths through his research, earning him a place on the Wall of Honour at the Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria.
He is a leading voice in African religious studies and a recipient of the Nigerian National Order of Merit.
#AfricanSpirituality #ReligiousStudies #HarvardDivinitySchool #Nigeria

Join the Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies as we celebrate Prof Morenike Oluwatoyin Folayan Ukpong as the most cited scholar at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife since 2018. Her excellence and dedication to research is highlighted on our wall of honour at the Centre. Thank you

Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi, a well-known feminist, author, and former First Lady of Ekiti State is being honoured at the Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies, Obafemi Awolowo University for her lifelong dedication to gender equality and social justice. Erelu Adeleye-Fayemi’s contributions have continued to inspire and enrich the university.

Dr. Ekundayo’s leadership at Obafemi Awolowo University’s Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies celebrates Prof. Aderounmu, a visionary leader at OAU’s Africa Centre of Excellence.

Events

11Oct2024

International Day of the Girl Child 2024

Join us as we celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, focusing on the future that girls envision for themselves. Our esteemed speakers will share inspiring perspectives on empowerment, education, and social change.

At Virtual

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14May2024
15May2024

Biennial Conference 2024

Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies invites you to her Biennial Conference 2024 themed "Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges: Intersecting Transformative Gendered Responses across Sectors in a Globalized World.

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11Mar2024
11Mar2024

International Women's Day 2024

Centre for Gender and Social Policy Studies invites you to her IWD 2024 Seminar themed "Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress. The Topic of Discussion is Her Inclusion Matters: Investing in Women to Accelerate Progress for a Better World

At Virtual

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Academic Staff

Dr. Opeyemi O. Ekundayo
Director

BSc MSc PhD (Psychology, OAU)

Dr. Opeyemi O. Ekundayo is the Director of the Centre for Gender & Social Policy Studies (CGSPS), OAU. 

Prof. Friday Asiazobor Eboiyehi
Principal Research Fellow

Professor of Gender studies, Gerontology & Sociology B.A, M.Sc. PhD (Ibadan)

Dr. Afolabi, M. Mojirayo
Senior Research Fellow

B.A, M.A. (Delhi), M.Ed. (Ife), M.Sc.(Ibadan), PhD(Hull, UK)

Dr. Olajumoke Adeyeye
Senior Research Fellow
Senior Research Fellow BSc, MSc. (Ibadan), PhD (FUNAAB).
Dr. Ayobami Basirat Atijosan
Senior Research Fellow
Senior Research Fellow. BSc (Bowen, Iwo), MSc, PhD (Ife).
Dr. O.C. Olajide
Junior Research Fellow

BSc (Covenant University), LLM (University of Essex), PhD(University of Ibadan)

Dr Paul Olugbenga Awoniyi
Research Fellow 1

BSc, MSc. (Ife), PhD (UKZN, SA).

Administrative Staff

Mrs. S.N. Owolabi-Ajobo
Deputy Registrar

BSc (Ife), PGD(Journalism)

Ms. Taiwo Bankole
Principal Confidential Secretary

HND (Fed. Poly, Ede)

Mrs. Kehinde KUYE
Higher Executive Officer

NCE(Home Economics Education) Osun State College of Education, Ilesa.

B.SC(Home Economics Education) Lagos State University, Ojoo.