The International Public Policy Association is a globally recognized non-profit academic and professional organization dedicated to the advancement of public policy research, international collaboration, and knowledge exchange. Established in 2014 following the successful organization of the International Conference on Public Policy (ICPP), IPPA has emerged as one of the leading international platforms connecting scholars, researchers, policy experts, universities, and institutions working in the field of public policy and governance. 
IPPA aims to promote scientific research in public policy and contribute to the internationalization of policy studies through global academic cooperation, professional networking, conferences, workshops, publications, and capacity-building initiatives. The association works to strengthen collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and students while encouraging comparative and interdisciplinary approaches to public policy analysis.
The major objectives and functions of IPPA include:
- Promoting international cooperation and academic exchange in public policy and governance;
- Encouraging comparative and interdisciplinary public policy research;
- Supporting researchers, scholars, and young professionals through conferences, workshops, and training programmes;
- Facilitating dialogue between academia, policymakers, and practitioners;
- Disseminating knowledge and research findings in public administration, governance, and policy studies;
- Strengthening global professional and institutional networks in the field of public policy.
IPPA regularly organizes internationally renowned events such as the International Conference on Public Policy (ICPP), International Workshops on Public Policy (IWPP), Seasonal Schools, and various academic forums that bring together policy scholars and practitioners from around the world. These initiatives significantly contribute to global discussions on governance, public administration, social protection, sustainable development, and policy innovation.
The Public Administration Association of Nepal (PAAN) and IPPA have established a collaborative relationship through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting academic cooperation, professional exchange, research collaboration, and international engagement in the fields of public administration and public policy. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening policy dialogue, enhancing research capacity, and creating opportunities for Nepali scholars, researchers, and practitioners to connect with the international public policy community.
Under this collaboration, PAAN and IPPA seek to encourage joint academic activities, participation in international conferences and workshops, knowledge sharing, publication support, and institutional networking. The partnership is expected to further contribute to the promotion of good governance, policy innovation, and professional development in Nepal and beyond.
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