Sydony Etoh Endali
Postdoctoral researcher specializing in the History of International Relations
Yaounde
Summary
Dr. Endali Sydony Etoh is a Cameroonian scholar specializing in the History of International Relations. She obtained her PhD from the University of Yaounde I on November 13, 2024, graduating with the highest honors. Her academic interests focus on international relations, migration studies, humanitarian issues, women’s empowerment, and gender-related dynamics in global and African contexts. Dr. Endali currently serves as a lecturer in several higher education institutions in Yaounde, including Agenla University Institute and HALLMARK University Institute. She is also a part-time lecturer at the Department of History and Heritage Conservation of the University of Ebolowa, Cameroon. Through her teaching and research, she contributes to the training of students in historical analysis, international relations, and contemporary global challenges. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Dr. Endali is actively engaged in academic research and has authored several articles published in international peer-reviewed journals. Her work explores issues such as forced migration, humanitarian crises, women’s empowerment, and gender-based vulnerabilities in international relations. She remains committed to promoting scholarly dialogue and advancing research that addresses global inequalities and supports inclusive development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Secondary School Teacher
Bilingual School Complex "Les Brillants Avenirs"
Yaounde, Cameroon
09.2022 - 02.2025
- Teaching history and civics to classes from form 1 to upper sixth ;
- Preparing lessons;
- Filling in school evaluation forms and informing the principal, colleagues and parents at class meetings, parent/teacher meetings, etc. ;
- Individual monitoring of students in difficulty and implementation of strategies to improve their academic performance ;
- Head of history and civics Department.
Volunteer
LAMBS International
Westerville, OH
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: (a non-denominational Christian Organization with threefold mission of evangelism, Discipleship and Humanitarian actions)
- Member of the team responsible for field surveys aimed at identifying the needs of orphans, widows and poor households in the city of Yaoundé;
- Collected and distributed foodstuffs and other essential kitchen equipments to identified households;
- Attended various training and awareness-raising seminars and workshops;
- Participated in the development of various community projects within the organization;
- Writing of activity reports.
- (a non-denominational Christian Organization with threefold mission of evangelism, Discipleship and Humanitarian actions)
Secondary School Teacher
Quality International School Complex
Yaounde, Cameroon
09.2013 - 06.2022
- Teaching history and civics to classes from form 1 to upper sixth ;
- Preparing lessons;
- Filling in school evaluation forms and informing the principal, colleagues and parents at class meetings, parent/teacher meetings, etc. ;
- Individual monitoring of students in difficulty and implementation of strategies to improve their academic performance ;
- Class parent.
Education
Doctorate/PhD Degree - History of International Relations
The University of Yaounde I
Yaounde 10.2016 - 11.2024
Master’s Degree - History of International Relations
The University of Yaounde I
Cameroon 10.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor’s Degree - Political History and International Relations
The University of Yaounde I
01.2010 - 04.2011
Skills
- Political History
- International Relations
- Diplomacy
- Women’s Empowerment
- Gender-Related Issues
- Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
- Refugee Studies
- African History
- Global South
- Library Resources Integration
- Learning Management Systems
- General Pedagogy
- ICT in Education
- Psychology of Learning
- Educational Foundations
- Curriculum Development
- Education for Sustainable Development
- Territorial Governance
- Local Development
- Leadership
- Peacebuilding
- Development Studies
- Academic Writing
- Research Article Development
- Business Ethics
- Corporate Governance
- Basic Computer Skills
- Internet Usage
- Teaching
- Administrative Management
- Team Leadership
- Collaboration
- Multicultural Environments
Languages
English
French
Custom Section
- Strong background in Political History, International Relations, and Diplomacy
- Solid understanding of Women’s Empowerment and Gender-Related Cross-Cutting Issues
- Expertise in Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and Refugee Studies
- In-depth knowledge of African History and the Global South
- Competence in Integrating Library Resources within Learning Management Systems
- Familiarity with key educational subjects including General Pedagogy, ICT in Education, Psychology of Learning, Educational Foundations, Curriculum Development, and Education for Sustainable Development
- Sound knowledge of Territorial Governance and Local Development
- Understanding of Leadership, Peacebuilding, and Development Studies
- Skilled in Academic Writing and Research Article Development
- Knowledgeable in Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
- Proficient in Basic Computer Skills and Internet Usage
- Experience teaching Freshman English
- Capable of managing administrative responsibilities and leading teams effectively
- Proven ability to perform under pressure and collaborate in multicultural environments
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 04/25/88
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Cameroonian
- Marital status: Married
Research
The North West Women Associations in Yaounde 1970 – 2013: A Historical Survey, 06/01/15, The United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) in Empowerment Strategies in Cameroon 1976 – 2015, United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) in Women Empowerment Strategies in Cameroon 1976 – 2015, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), VII, VII, 07/01/23, https://rsisinternational.org/journals/ijriss/articles/united-nations-development-fund-for-women-unifem-in-women-empowerment-strategies-in-cameroon-1976-2015/, The North-West Women Empowerment Forum (NOWWEF): an Institutional Strengthening in Women Development in the NorthWest Region of Cameroon, 2005 – 2015, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), VII, V, 05/01/23, https://www.rsisinternational.org/journals/ijriss/articles/the-north-west-women-empowerment-forum-nowwef-an-institutional-strengthening-in-women-development-in-the-north-west-region-of-cameroon-2005-2015/, The pathway for junior students: A comprehensive work book on citizenship development designed to prepare junior students for the task of nation building. Workbooks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, 01/17/25, New pedagogic block FALSH, Building the scientific profile of young researchers, The History Department of the University of Yaoundé 1 and the network of young researchers in History, 03/28/25, Arc-Bi-Valley Banquet Hall, Bastos, Equipping women for their economic empowerment, The NGO Ladies in the Boardroom in partnership with UK International Development, 12/16/24, Yaounde Sports Complex, 7th edition of the Academic Excellence Seminar, paired with the Zacharias Tanee Fomum Excellence Award, 2024 edition, ZTF Foundation
Timeline
Secondary School Teacher
Bilingual School Complex "Les Brillants Avenirs"
09.2022 - 02.2025
Volunteer
LAMBS International
01.2019 - 12.2022
Doctorate/PhD Degree - History of International Relations
The University of Yaounde I
10.2016 - 11.2024
Master’s Degree - History of International Relations
The University of Yaounde I
10.2013 - 06.2015
Secondary School Teacher
Quality International School Complex
09.2013 - 06.2022
Bachelor’s Degree - Political History and International Relations
The University of Yaounde I
01.2010 - 04.2011