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The Global Standard in Public Service Education

We promote the ideal of public service globally. We want the best prepared students to enter public service, and we want the best faculty to teach and research in our field. Everything we do focuses on these goals.

Events

2025 NASPAA Regional Conference

NASPAA Regional Conference

May 26-28, 2025 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Join us May 26-28th in Riyadh, Saudia Arabia for our Regional Conference hosted by KAPSARC. 

Explore how public service education can address global challenges through innovation and collaboration. Workshops and panels will cover curriculum development, nonprofit engagement, governance, performance management, and AI, among others. 

Networking Hour

Networking Hour

March 6, 2025 3-4pm ET

This gathering is an opportunity for our community to come together, share experiences, and support one another in navigating the challenges of our rapidly changing environment.

Join us on Zoom:  815 7738 5490

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