The International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration (IASIA) is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to our vibrant community, further strengthening our commitment to advancing public administration education and practice worldwide.
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We warmly welcome the College of Public Policy at Hamad Bin Khalifa University as a Corporate Member. Located in Qatar, this esteemed institution is dedicated to providing innovative solutions and fostering effective governance through education, research, and collaboration in the public sector. You can learn more about their impactful work on their website: Hamad Bin Khalifa University.
Additionally, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Ram Kumar Mishra as an Individual Member. A distinguished scholar from India, Dr. Mishra brings a wealth of expertise and insights to our community. You can connect with him through his LinkedIn profile.
We are honored to have both the College of Public Policy and Dr. Ram Kumar Mishra join us. Their participation will enhance our collective efforts to promote excellence in public administration globally, and we look forward to their contributions and collaboration within the IASIA network.
The International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) actively participated in the 24th session of the United Nations Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA), held in New York from 7 to 11 April 2025. This year’s session was centered on the theme "Governance and institutional perspectives on advancing sustainable, inclusive, science and evidence-based solutions for the SDGs."
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