Dr. Emma Wild Wood

Biography

Emma Wild-Wood is a prominent scholar at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in African Religions and World Christianity. Since joining the university in 2018, she has taken on various roles, including Co-director of the Centre for the Study of World Christianity and co-editor of the book series 'Transforming Religion in Africa'. She previously lectured at the University of Cambridge and has extensive teaching experience in both undergraduate and postgraduate courses related to Global Indigenous Religions and the History of Christianity in Africa. Her research primarily focuses on religious encounters in East-Central Africa, particularly examining the growth of mission-initiated denominations from the 1800s to the present day. Wild-Wood has collaborated with Congolese researchers to analyze the role of faith communities during the COVID-19 pandemic and is known for her critical biography of Apolo Kivebulaya, which explores the social change and religious encounters in the Great Lakes region. Her ongoing research includes projects on health and faith intersections, as well as the impact of global migration on Christianity. Wild-Wood actively participates in academic conferences and knowledge exchange initiatives, influencing contemporary discussions on the role of faith in public health responses.

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