Kehinde O. Popoola

Results-driven researcher and knowledge mobilization expert with over 10 years of experience in translating academic findings into actionable resources for diverse audiences, particularly Public Safety Personnel (PSP). Proven track record in developing and executing multi-year knowledge translation strategies, fostering collaborations with NGOs, and driving policy changes. Authored 30+ peer-reviewed articles and supervised over 40 undergraduate and nine graduate theses. Core competencies include stakeholder engagement, systematic reviews, and impactful research initiatives in mental health, social justice, and public safety.

Fellowship Scholarship

Research Grant

● The Climate Impact Research Capacity and Leadership Enhancement (CIRCLE) Research Grant for Research on “Climate Variability Impact on Livelihood Security of The Rural Aged Populations and Indigenous Coping Strategies in Different Eco Climatic Zones of Nigeria,” (2017)

● Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TET-Fund) Grant for Research on Child Poverty in selected Rural Border Communities of Nigeria (2016)

● Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) and The African Academy of Science Grant for Female Academics, (2016)

● Commonwealth Academic Fellowship for Research on “Analysis of Cross Border Migration and Livability of Border Communities of Nigeria” at The University of Newcastle, United Kingdom, (2015)

● Netherland Fellowship Program (NFP) for Housing and Urban Development (ICHUD) at the International Institute of Housing and Development Studies of the Erasmus University Rotterdam, The Netherlands, (2012)

● Leaders of Africa Institute Research Methods Program: Social Impact Scholarship (2024)

● Carnegie Scholarship for Research in Gender and Travel Behavior (M.Sc. Program, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile- Ife, 2005)