Our Team

Emmanuel Atiatorme

Founder and Executive Director

Evans Amevor

Program Lead and Coordinator

Research Lead

Daniel Berko

Evans Amevor is a seasoned STEM educator and policy analyst with over a decade of experience in teaching STEM subjects within Ghana’s basic education system. He holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Administration in Higher Education from the University of Cape Coast, a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Basic Education (Science) from the University of Education, Winneba, and a Diploma in Basic Education.

As a dedicated advocate for STEM education reform, Evans specializes in policy monitoring, teacher capacity building, and educational research. His expertise extends to advanced AI prompt engineering, leveraging technology to enhance STEM learning and policy evaluation.

With a background in both biological sciences and science education, Emmanuel combines scientific expertise with deep pedagogical insight. He holds a BSc in Biological Sciences and MSc in Biotechnology from the University of Education, Winneba, Ghana, and Andhra University, India, respectively, and specializes in microbial molecular genetics and genetic engineering. Emmanuel is currently a Ph.D. student in Curriculum and Instruction, specializing in Science Education at Indiana University Bloomington, USA, where he serves as an Associate Instructor. In this role, he teaches science content courses and prepares future teachers to deliver effective, inquiry-driven STEM lessons at the elementary and secondary levels. His research explores how pre-service teachers perceive and integrate educational technologies in science teaching, and how culturally responsive and inquiry-driven approaches can foster sustainable educational change. His work has earned him recognition as a thought leader in the integration of research, practice, and policy within STEM education across the Global South.

Emmanuel taught high school biology and worked as a research and teaching assistant at the University of Education, Winneba-Mampong ( Now AAMUSTED). These experiences, both in the classroom and in academic research, sparked his commitment to improving how science and STEM are taught and experienced across African contexts. He envisions a continent where indigenous knowledge and local creativity fuel the very innovations policymakers seek.

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Finance/Admin Officer

Daniel Berko is an aspiring academic and researcher in Science Education, holding an M.Ed. in Science Education from Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) and a BSc in Biological Sciences Education from the University of Education, Winneba. Daniels' research focuses on innovative pedagogical strategies, STEM Education, and Science literacy, as Well as Educational policies and student success in science. His research also explores pedagogical strategies in Biology Education, as evidenced by his master’s thesis on the impact of concept mapping on student performance, and his undergraduate study on school-based factors affecting academic success in Ghana.

With extensive research experience, Daniel served as a research assistant at AAMUSTED (2021–2024), proofreading manuscripts and analyzing data, and as a peer reviewer for Heliyon Journal and Scientific African Journal (2023–2024). His professional roles include part-time tutoring at the University of Education, Winneba, since February 2024, where he mentors undergraduates, and prior positions as a teaching assistant (2019–2020) and intern teacher at Kofiase Adventist Senior High School (2018), improving his leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Daniel aims to pursue a career in academia, focusing on evidence-based teaching practices and curriculum development, while influencing educational policy in Ghana to enhance student outcomes.

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Media and Communication Officer