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 Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) recently participated in the annual session of the United Nations Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA) to address the global progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Represented by Director General Sofiane Sahraoui and several prominent members and long-time associates, IIAS brought significant expertise and insights to the discussions.
Key figures from IIAS and IASIA, including Dr. Najet Zarrouk (President of IASIA), Juraj Nemec (Past VP for Publications), Lamya Moubayed (Past VP for MENA in IASIA), Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi (Chair of CEPA), Louis Meulemann (Vice-Chair of CEPA), Rolf Alter (CEPA rapporteur for the 24th session), and Alketa Peci (Past member of ICAPA SC), actively engaged in the UNCEPA agenda debates. Additionally, several IIAS/IASIA members attended as observers, alongside strategic partners such as AAPA, AAPAM, and MENAPAR.
On the sidelines of the CEPA session, IIAS participated in the UN Public Administration Network (UNPAN) meeting, showcasing its range of activities and announcing key future initiatives. This meeting provided an excellent opportunity to explore synergies with other global societies and enhance collaboration with UNPAN.
As part of its customary contribution, IIAS presented its input under the "Public Finances" theme. The full text of IIAS's contribution can be accessed below.
23rd Session of the CEPA | Written Statement by IIAS | Agenda item 8: Public financial management -
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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 ...