IRSPM - International Research Society for Public Management
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The International Research Society for Public Management (IRSPM) develops and supports research about public management and public policy implementation amongst the international research community.
Looking to strengthen your literature review skills? The IRSPM New Researchers Panel presents "Doing Literature Reviews That Get Published and Matter" with Prof. Bert George (Public Management Review). 28 Sept, 15:00–16:00 (Brussels), Online https://www.irspm.org/news/irspm-new-researchers-webinar
📢 Join us for the 2nd IRSPM Online Forum! Methods across Boundaries: Qualitative-Quantitative Dialogue in Public Management 22 Sept 2026, 14:00–15:00 (Brussels), Online Info & registration: https://www.irspm.org/news/irspm-online-forum-ii https://bocconi.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bO9BCLoDyncDo6G
🎓 The traditional IRSPM pre-conference PhD Course returns in 2027 Network and Collaborative Governance: Theories, Methods and Practices 📍 Trondheim 🗓️ 25–27 April 2027 https://www.irspm.org/conference-2027/conferences/phd-course-2027
✏️ Errata corrige In celebrating the IRSPM #anniversaries, we inadvertently misstated the dates of one former #President’s term. The corrected chronology is now available on our website: https://www.irspm.org/about-us/irspm-past-presidents
🌍 The call is now open to host the IRSPM Annual Conference in 2029 and 2030. 📅 Deadline for applications: 1 December 2026 🔗 Application form and details: https://www.irspm.org/conferences/call-for-expression-of-interest-host-site-selection-2029-and-beyond
🌍 What does it take to build—and sustain—an #international #scholarly #community? IRSPM’s anniversary celebrations offered a valuable opportunity to revisit the Society’s history through the voices of those who helped shape it. Read the full reflections in the latest IRSPM Members Newsletter.
🚨 Last call for #PanelProposals for #IRSPM2027. 📅Deadline: 20 July 2026 🔗Submit your proposal: https://www.irspm.org/conference-2027/conferences/call-for-panels-2027 🌍IRSPM2027 will take place in Trondheim, Norway 🇳🇴, from 28–30 April 2027, hosted by NTNU.
📢 Reminder: the call for #PanelProposals for #IRSPM2027 is open! ✨ Conference theme: Polycrisis, Wicked Problems and Grand Challenges: Public Administrations in Search of Safety and Security 🔗 Read the full call: https://www.irspm.org/conference-2027/conferences/call-for-panels-2027
⏰ The search for the next IRSPM Social Media Manager closes soon! 📅 Deadline: 30 June 2026 🔗 https://www.irspm.org/jobs/96
New voices, new roles, new points of reference within IRSPM ✨ Meet Rianne Warsen, one of the newest members of the #IRSPMBoard as SIG Coordinator Member. This series is a way to get to know the people behind the Board.
📢 Call for Panel Proposals – #IRSPM2027 Annual Conference 📅 Deadline: 20 July 2026 🔗 Read the call on the IRSPM website: https://www.irspm.org/conferences/conference-2027
The IRSPM Board is growing — and so is the conversation with our members. ✨ Today, we introduce Paola Canestrini, one of the newest members of the #IRSPMBoard as IRSPM Engagement Officer. The full interview will be featured in the next IRSPM members’ #newsletter. 📩
Introducing a new IRSPM Board Member: Sarah Young as Editorial Board Link ✨ The full interview will be featured in the next IRSPM members’ #newsletter, together with an introduction to the new IRSPM #Board members. 📩
What does it take to organise an IRSPM #conference? 🌍 A conversation with the IRSPM2026 Local Organising Committee. The full interview will be featured in the next IRSPM members’ #newsletter, together with an introduction to the new IRSPM #Board members. ✨
🌐 IRSPM Online Fora: share your feedback and ideas! 📋 Complete the survey and help shape the next IRSPM Online Fora 👉 https://bocconi.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5irJPMiqew5djNk?Q_CHL=qr 📩 Coordinator: Maria Cucciniello (maria.cucciniello@unibocconi.it)
🌐 Have you seen the new #Online #Fora series? First event: Slow Science in Public Management Research 📅 20 May 2026 🕓 16:00–17:00 Brussels time 💻 Online | Free access 🔗 https://bocconi.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0UjEv45Pi4JjlTU
👀 Where will #IRSPM2027 take us next? 👇 Find out during the #IRSPM2026 AGM! 🗓️ Thursday, 9 April 🕧 12:45 pm 📍 Building 32, Joondalup Campus Don’t miss the announcement and the special moment of the handover to the next host.
📢 Program Update: Keynote Speaker #IRSPM2026 Professor Stephen Osborne is unfortunately unable to join us, as his flights have been cancelled. Professor Erik-Hans Klijn, past IRSPM President and leading public management scholar, will deliver the Day 1 keynote: Wednesday, 8 April at 09:30
📱 The #IRSPM2026 conference app is now live! 👉 To access the app, please follow the instructions sent via email (subject: “You're invited to Beyond Boundaries: Wellbeing, Innovation and the Future of Public Management”) Get ready to make the most of your #IRSPM2026 experience! 🌏
🏅 O’LearyAward Addressing Gender (In)equality in the Health Sector DOI:10.1108/JPBAFM-07-2023-0130 Learning from public administration faculty DOI:10.1080/14719037.2025.2602053 Speeches at #IRSPM2026 https://shorturl.at/LYkuH
Keynote at #IRSPM2026: Matthew Richman (APM), recipient of the 2025 Australian Policing Medal and Director of Tasmania’s Wellbeing Support 📍 Thursday, 9 April 🏛️ Building 32, Joondalup Campus
📊 Explore the #IRSPM2026 Special Interest Groups & Tracks Across three days in Perth 🇦🇺, #IRSPM2026 will feature 90+ panel sessions. 🔍 Discover the full range of panels and topics and start planning your conference experience: https://www.irspm.org/conference-2026/conferences/list-of-panels-2026
🍽️ #IRSPM2026 social programme 🍻 Welcome Drinks Reception | Tuesday, 7 April (from 5pm) 📍 The Lucky Shag, Elizabeth Quay 🔥 Aussie Experience BBQ | Wednesday, 8 April (lunch) 📍 ECU Joondalup Campus ✨ Gala Dinner | Thursday, 9 April (6:00–10:00 PM) 📍 The Ritz-Carlton, Perth
#IRSPM2026 will bring our community together in Perth from 8–10 April, with pre-conference activities on 7 April. Link: https://www.irspm.org/conference-2026/conferences/programme-3
📣It is time to plan your trip to #IRSPM2026 Our high-level conference programme is now available, including key conference timings, social events, and practical information to help you plan your stay. https://www.irspm.org/conference-2026/conferences/programme-3
🚨 Deadline: Early Bird registration for #IRSPM2026 closes tomorrow, Januart 31st at midnight (AWST). https://www.irspm.org/conference-2026/conferences/registration-2 See you in Perth 🇦🇺 this April! ✨
📢 One week to go — Early Bird registration for #IRSPM2026 🔗 Register: https://www.irspm.org/conference-2026/conferences/registration-2 🏨 Accommodation: https://book.accommodationlink.com.au/IRSPM2026/Delegate 📄 Invitation letters: request during registration or contact irspm2026@ecu.edu.au
🚀 IRSPM Webinar: Mastering the Art of Writing Conceptual Papers On 16 January, an inspiring webinar on writing conceptual papers was organized by the New Researchers Panel and convened by @bz86.bsky.social and @sowa75.bsky.social
🗓 Reminder: Online Webinar — Writing Conceptual Papers by Jessica Sowa and Barbara Zyzak ⏰Tomorrow, January 16, 2026, at 15:00 CET 🔍 More information: https://www.irspm.org/news/online-webinar-writing-conceptual-papers 📝 Registration is free (but required): https://form.jotform.com/253634079813058
🗓 #IRSPM2026 #EarlyBird deadline: 31 January 2026 (midnight AWST) 🔗 Register here: https://www.irspm.org/conference-2026/conferences/registration-2