The International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) is pleased to announce that Kimberley Atheba will be joining the Secretariat as Assistant Programme Manager, effective July 1st, 2025.
The International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration (IASIA), the specialized entity of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS), is pleased to officially welcome Abdelmalek Essaâdi University (UAE) in Morocco as a new Corporate Member. UAE’s membership strengthens IASIA’s commitment to advancing public administration education and research, further enhancing our mission to foster global standards of excellence in the field.
Located in northern Morocco, Abdelmalek Essaâdi University plays a critical role in the development of the Tangier-Tétouan-Al Hoceima region. Established as a public institution in 1989, UAE comprises 10 faculties and 7 schools, offering a broad range of academic programs in sciences, technology, law, economics, management, humanities, and health sciences. With a student body of over 136,000 and a vibrant community of more than 4,000 doctoral researchers, the university is a key contributor to regional and national progress through research, innovation, and sustainable development initiatives.
The addition of UAE as a Corporate Member brings an important new voice to IASIA, particularly with its extensive experience in fostering international partnerships while remaining deeply engaged in regional challenges. UAE’s commitment to promoting academic excellence aligns with IASIA’s goals of strengthening public administration education and capacity-building worldwide.
IASIA congratulates Abdelmalek Essaâdi University on its membership and looks forward to UAE’s active participation in our community, as we collectively work to improve public governance research, education, and practice.
The International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) is pleased to announce that Kimberley Atheba will be joining the Secretariat as Assistant Programme Manager, effective July 1st, 2025.
The International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration (IASIA) informs all interested participants that the extended deadline for submitting abstracts or panel proposals is rapidly approaching. Submissions for the IASIA 2025 Conference will be accepted only until June 30, 2025.
27 June 2025
IASIA is pleased to announce the establishment of Working Group XI: Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience, which will explore the opportunities and institutional challenges in integrating disaster risk reduction and climate change for urban resilience. The Group will also examine the crucial role that institutes and universities play in identifying structural gaps in governance and in developing effective training modalities for urban public officials and future leaders.
The Working Group is led by:
Dr. Mohamed Mastere, University Mohammed V of Rabat (Morocco) – Project DirectorDr. Mark Pelling, University College London (UK) – Co-ChairProf. Sara Hoeflich, United Cities and Local Governments ...