Brice A. Davakan
About Brice A. Davakan
Brice A. Davakan is a Public Policy Specialist with extensive academic and professional experience in sociology and archival administration. He has authored several publications and currently works for the Government of Canada, contributing to research and policy development since 2018.
Work at Government of Canada
Brice A. Davakan has been employed at the Government of Canada since 2018, serving as a Public Policy Specialist. His role focuses on developing and analyzing public policies within the National Capital Region. In addition to this position, he has also worked as a Research Adviser since 2008, contributing to various research initiatives and policy development efforts.
Education and Expertise
Brice A. Davakan holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sociology from Université du Québec à Montréal, which he completed in 2009. His academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in Archives/Archival Administration from École Nationale d'Administration - Benin, where he studied from 1994 to 1997. His research interests encompass themes of memory, identity, and democracy, as evidenced by his MA thesis conducted at UQAM in 2004.
Background
Brice A. Davakan has a diverse academic and professional background. He worked as a Lecturer at Université du Québec à Montréal from 2000 to 2008, where he taught various subjects related to his field of expertise. His early academic work includes a thesis on the sociological aspects of archives in Benin, completed in 1997.
Publications and Contributions
Brice A. Davakan has authored several publications that reflect his research interests. His book 'Mémoire et identités en démocratie : le dilemme des Afro-descendants' was published in 2011. He has also contributed to various academic works, including chapters in collective books on democratic hybridity and identity in the context of African nations. His research papers, such as 'Décentralisation, démocratisation et transformation de l’ethnicité au Bénin,' further illustrate his focus on democracy and identity.