Dr. Andrew Williams | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award
Assistant Professor | LCC International University | Lithuania
Dr. Andrew L. Williams is an accomplished academic, theologian, and development practitioner whose work bridges philanthropy, theology, and global civil society. He serves as Assistant Professor and Director of the Institute for Philanthropy at LCC International University, Lithuania, where he leads initiatives exploring faith, social responsibility, and humanitarian leadership. He holds a Ph.D. in Nonprofit Studies and Global Studies from Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, along with advanced theological degrees from Harvard Divinity School and Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a B.A. in Business Administration from Furman University. With over two decades of global experience, Dr. Williams has led academic, humanitarian, and faith-based initiatives across Europe, Africa, and the Americas, directing programs that empowered more than 200,000 individuals. His research focuses on the philosophical and theological foundations of human rights, philanthropy, and civil society. Recognized for scholarly excellence and humanitarian impact, he exemplifies leadership that unites faith, intellect, and service for the common good.
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Featured Publications
Williams, A. L. Beyond National Sovereignty: The Post–World War II Birth of “Human Rights.” Histories, 5(3). — Cited by 5 articles.
Williams, A. L., Austin, T., & King, D. P. Is IRS Form 990 a Reliable Data Source for Organizational Identity and Mission? ISTR Working Paper Features, (6). — Cited by 3 articles.
Williams, A. L. Religious Organizations. In International Encyclopedia of Civil Society. Springer. — Cited by 8 articles.
Williams, A. L. Global Philanthropy Environment Index: Baltics Regional Report. Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. — Cited by 6 articles.
Williams, A. L., King, D. P., & Fulton, B. R. Politics and Preaching: How Religious Elites Justify Addressing or Avoiding Political Topics. Politics and Religion, 17(4). — Cited by 12 articles.