Profile

I am a dedicated and innovative educator and fashion designer with a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. I possess excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy collaborating with students and colleagues. While I thrive in team environments, I am equally capable of working independently and taking the initiative to drive projects forward.

Academic Qualification

#	Qualifications
1	HND Fashion & Design Takoradi Technical University 2000
2	B.Ed Home Economics University of Cape Coast 2005
3	MPhil. Home Economics University of Cape Coast 2014
4	Ph.D. Fashion Design Technology Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology 2024

Research & Publications

#	Type	Publications
1	Journal Articles	Nkrumah, E., Gavor, M. E., and Pardie, S. P. (2015). Zipper Failure in the Clothing Industry in Ghana. African Journal of Applied Research (AJAR), 470-477.
2	Journal Articles	Nkrumah, E., (2015) The Effect of Garment Fit and Zipper Application on The Performance of Zippers on The Ghanaian Market. African Journal of Applied Research, Volum1 Issue1: 513-519
3	Journal Articles	Nkrumah, E., Appiah, N. A., Howard, E. K., and Acquaye, R. (2025). Sustainable Fashion Promotion: Assessment of Waste Generation and Management in Ghana’s Garment Industry. In: Aigbavboa, C., et al. Sustainable Education and Development—Clean Energy. ARCA 2023. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-65357-5 53
4	Journal Articles	Nkrumah, E., Appiah, N.A., Pardie, S.P., Howard, E.K., Acquaye, R. (2025). Ethical Dimensions in Sustainable Fashion Design Practice: Analysis of the Garment Industry in Ghana. In: Aigbavboa, C., et al. Sustainable Education and Development—Clean Energy. ARCA 2023. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-65357-5_30
5	Journal Articles	Chichi, A. C., Nkrumah E., Pardie, S. P., and Asinyo, K. B. (2024). Expanding Fashion Creativity Through Jute and Shredded Waste Fabric Concept. African Journal of Applied Research,10(1), 511-525. http://doi.org/10.26437/ajar.30.06.2024.32 ISSN: 2408-7920
6	Journal Articles	Akrofi, M., Pardie, S. P., Nkrumah, E., and Frimpong, C. (2024). Processing and Strength Characterisation of Banana Fibre Cordage. African Journal of Applied Research,10(1), 526-546. http://doi.org/10.26437/ajar.30.06.2024.33 ISSN: 2408-7920
7	Conference Papers	Nkrumah, E., and Pardie, S. P. (2014). Analysis of the Strength of Zippers on the Ghanaian Market. In 3rd Applied Research Conference in Africa (ARCA) 2014 (pp. 446–454).
8	Conference Papers	Nkrumah E., and Pardie, S.P, “Assessment of Occupational Hazards in the Dressmaking Industry in Cape Coast Metropolis” 5th Applied Research Conference in Africa (ARCA) 2015. 669 – 683

Awards & Grants

#	Grants & Awards
1	GRANTS 1. Pardie, S. P., and Nkrumah, E. (2005), Establishing Modern Practical Working Rooms for Teaching and Learning in the Fashion Department. Teaching and Learning Innovation Fund (TALIF World Bank Project 2005) 2. Pardie, S. P., and Nkrumah, E. (2006), Acquisition of Equipment and Materials for Effective Teaching and Learning. (TALIF World Bank Project 2006)
2	AWARDS January, 2022- Ɔsabarimba Royal Awards to Sharp Looks Designs &Training School for being the Most Creative and Patronised Designer in Cape Coast December, 2023- Central Models Industry Awards to Mrs Ekua Nkrumah Akuffo for Being an Outstanding, Dedicated and Selfless Contributor to the Growth and Sustainability of the Modelling and Fashion Industry in the Central Region. January, 2025 - Cape Coast Regional Chamber of Commers Industry award for consistently being the first annual subscriber. February, 2025- AhyƐse Central Excellence Award to Dr. Ekua Nkrumah Akuffo (Sharp Looks) for being an Outstanding Fashion Designer

Conferences & Workshops

#	Conference & Workshops
1	August 2014: Participant: 3rd Applied Research Conference in Africa (ARCA 2014) @ Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons, Accra– Ghana. 7th – 9th August, 2014.
2	May 2015: Participant: A Day Workshop on Competency Based Training @ Cape Coast Polytechnic, 19th May, 2015.
3	August 2015: Participant: 4th International Applied Research Conference in Africa (ARCA 2015)@ Institute of Agric Research and Training, Obafemi Awolowo University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria. 6th – 8th August, 2015.
4	August 2016: Presented One Paper: 5th International Applied Research Conference in Africa (ARCA 2016) @ Pempamsie Hotel, Cape Coast, Ghana. 25th-27th August, 2016.
5	February 2017: Participant: Workshop on Sensitization of Technical University on the Implementation of the New CBT Grading System @ CCTU Library Conference Room, Cape Coast. 13th February, 2019.
6	May 2019: Participant: CBT Curriculum Development Workshop, Partnership for Applied Sciences (PASS) PROJECT @ CCTU Library Conference Room, Cape Coast. 27th-31st May, 2019
7	July 31, 2019: Participant: Seminar on the Importance of Quality Assurance in Higher Education in the 21st Century @ CCTU Library Conference Room, Cape Coast. July 31, 2019.
8	May 2022: Workshop to Validate Occupational Standards, Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) @ Aknac Hotel, East Legon. 23rd – 27th May 2022.
9	July 2022: Curriculum Development Workshop, Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) @ Golden Key Hotel East Legon, Accra. 11th -22nd July, 2022
10	August 2022: Workshop Quality Editing of Training Packages, Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) @ Royal Beulah Hotel, Accra. 15th- August 10th September, 2022
11	May 2022: Workshop on CBT Facilitation, Assessment and Internal Validation@ Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skill Training and Entrepreneurial Development
12	August 2023: Presented Two Papers: 12th Sustainable Education and Development Research Conference (SEDRC 2023) @ University of Environment and Sustainable Development, Somanya, Ghana. 23rd – 25th August, 2023
13	August 2024: Presented Four Papers: 13th Sustainable Education and Development Research Conference (SEDRC 2023) @ University of Cape Coast, Ghana. 28th – 31st August, 2024.
14	September 2024: 5-Day Capacity Building Training Workshop by Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) @ Cape Coast Technical University, Cape Coast. 24th September- 28th September 2024.

Positions Held

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