Prof. John Boulard Forkuor is an Associate Professor of Social Work with an interdisciplinary background in Sociology and Social Work. His research interrogates the intersections of urban vulnerability, social protection, and livelihood resilience within the Global South.

Drawing on critical urban theory and empowerment frameworks, Prof. Forkuor examines the precarious lived experiences of marginalized urban populations, including domestic workers, street-connected children, migrant laborers, and informal sector apprentices. A significant part of his scholarship is dedicated to the socio-spatial inclusion of persons with intellectual disabilities, advocating for rights-based approaches to urban integration.

In the realm of professional social work, Prof. Forkuor focuses on the institutionalization and indigenization of practice. His work explores how social work can be effectively streamlined into specialized settings such as healthcare, education, and the criminal justice system, while remaining culturally grounded. His scholarly output includes peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, policy briefs, and practice manuals designed to bridge the gap between theory and frontline intervention.