IIAS Director General, Dr. Sofiane Sahraoui, warmly welcomed Mr. Puneet Yadav and Mr. Sardendu Kumar Pandey, IIAS State Member Representatives from the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, Government of India, at the IIAS headquarters, on December 16th, 2024.
This courtesy visit underscored the strong ties between IIAS and the Indian Government and focused on exploring avenues for deeper collaboration in advancing administrative reforms and public governance. A significant highlight of the meeting was the upcoming IIAS Conference, the IIAS-DARPG India Conference 2025, to be hosted in New Delhi from February 10-14, 2025, a landmark event that promises to bring together global experts and thought leaders in public administration.
The visit reflects a shared commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in public administration, aligned with IIAS's mission of improving public governance research, education, and practice.
IIAS Conference Website -
Link
Open link
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."
25 April 2025
Honoring a Legacy of Excellence, Equity, and Service in Public Administration Education
The International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) and the International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration (IASIA) deeply mourn the passing of Dr. Blue Wooldridge, a revered scholar, educator, and lifelong advocate of diversity, equity, and excellence in public administration.
With an academic career spanning more than five decades, Dr. Wooldridge served as Distinguished Career Professor and Professor Emeritus at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), where he shaped generations of public servants and scholars. He was also a dedicated leader within IASIA, notably as Project Director of Working ...
25 April 2025
Celebrating a Life of Scholarship, Leadership, and Service to the Global Public Administration Community
The International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) and its specialized entity, the International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration (IASIA), mourn the passing of Dr. Laila El Baradei, a pillar of integrity, academic excellence, and global citizenship in the field of public administration.
A longtime contributor to the IIAS–IASIA community, Dr. El Baradei brought insight, compassion, and rigor to her many roles. As Project Director of IASIA’s Working Group V on Gender, Diversity, and Equity, she championed inclusive governance and brought critical attention to the ...