The International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration (IASIA) is pleased to announce that submissions in Spanish will be accepted for selected tracks of its 2025 Annual Conference, to be held in Mexico City from October 13 to 17, 2025, in partnership with the National Institute of Public Administration (INAP) of Mexico.

This initiative reflects IASIA’s ongoing commitment to diversity, accessibility, and meaningful global dialogue in public administration.

What’s New?

To ensure a more inclusive and engaging academic environment, IASIA 2025 Conference will accept:

• Conference Theme Track papers in English or Spanish
• Panel proposals in English or Spanish
• Working Group papers in English only

By broadening the language options for selected tracks, the Conference aims to foster richer exchanges of perspectives and encourage greater participation from the Latin American and Caribbean community.

Preparations Underway

In preparation for the event, IASIA and INAP recently convened a high-level coordination meeting to align strategic and logistical priorities. The session brought together key figures from both institutions to ensure a successful and impactful conference in Mexico City.

Among the participants were Dr. Sofiane Sahraoui (IIAS Director General), Dr. Najat Zarrouk (IASIA President), Prof. Liza van Jaarsveldt (IASIA Functional Vice President for Programs), Dr. Ricardo Corral (Director of CECAP at INAP and Conference Rapporteur), Dr. Steve Troupin (IIAS Executive Director and Executive Secretary), and M.Sc. César Rojas Alfonzo (IASIA Executive Secretary), alongside Mtro. Armando Alfonzo Jiménez, Santiago Flores Garduño, and Isaac Luna from INAP.

The meeting reaffirmed a shared commitment to academic excellence, regional engagement, and meaningful international collaboration.

About IASIA 2025 Conference
Held under the theme “Shaping the Future of Governance: Transforming Mindsets, Enhancing Skills, and Expanding Knowledge,” the Conference will gather scholars, practitioners, and students from around the world to discuss public governance in its many different aspects and approaches.

Attendees can expect:

• Insightful plenary sessions with global experts
• Thematic panels and Working Group discussions
• A PhD seminar for emerging researchers
• Ample networking and collaboration opportunities

📬 Abstract and Panel Submission Deadline: June 15, 2025
🔗 For full details and guidelines, visit the IASIA 2025 Conference website (below).

Join us in Mexico City for an international and forward-looking dialogue on public governance. #IASIA2025