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Dr. Charles Gyan has built a remarkable career as an academic in the field of social work. He has over 7 years of experience as a faculty member at Universities in Canada. He currently works as an Associate Professor at the McGill School of Social Work. Dr. Gyan has dedicated his career to investigating the complex issues surrounding social policy, transnational social work practice, environmental justice and refugee and immigrants’ wellbeing. As a scholar, he has conducted extensive research on poverty and inequality, migration, and the ways in which social work can help address these pressing societal challenges. He is deeply committed to the idea that social work can play a pivotal role in promoting social justice and creating more equitable and inclusive communities.<\/p>\n

At McGill, Dr. Gyan teaches a range of courses that reflect his research interests and expertise. His courses in Social Policy and Administration, Social Policy Analysis, poverty and inequality, and Migration and Social Work are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to become effective social workers and advocates for change. In addition to his work as an academic, Dr. Gyan is also deeply involved in the broader social work community. He is a consultant, and he regularly shares his expertise with policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders who are working to create positive social change. 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