About the Journal

The International Review of Public Policy and Administration (IRPPA) is a biannual, peer-reviewed, online, and open-access journal published in June and December. The journal publishes original research in the fields of public policy and public administration. It aims to encourage academic discussion, support policy-making, and improve governance and public institutions. The first issue is planned for 2027, and submissions are invited from researchers, academicians, policymakers, and practitioners from around the world.

The journal welcomes submissions in the form of Research Articles, Review Articles, Policy and Administrative Case Analyses, and Book Reviews. It encourages interdisciplinary and comparative research that contributes to both theoretical and practical understanding of current policy and governance issues at local, national, and global levels.

Aims and Scope

The International Review of Public Policy and Administration (IRPPA) aims to promote research and discussions in the fields of public policy, public administration, and governance. The journal supports evidence-based policy-making, stronger institutions, and improved public sector functioning at local, national, and global levels.

The journal welcomes original contributions in the following areas:

Domain Area Description
Public Policy Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation Research on policy formulation, implementation, impact assessment, and evaluation methodologies.
Public Policy Development Policy Focus on policy processes and challenges in developing and transitional economies.
Public Policy Regulation and Policy Instruments Research on regulatory governance, policy tools, and institutional mechanisms.
Public Policy Global Governance and International Public Policy Analysis of international institutions, global policy processes, and transnational governance.
Public Policy Sustainability, Climate Policy and Social Equity Research on environmental governance, climate policy, and inclusive development challenges.
Public Administration Governance and Institutional Studies Studies on governance systems, institutional design, and public sector reforms.
Public Administration Public Administration and Management Analysis of administrative theory, public management practices, and organizational performance.
Public Administration Digital Governance and E-Government Explores ICT-enabled governance, digital transformation, and innovation in the public sector.
Public Administration Public Service Delivery and Citizen Engagement Studies on service delivery systems, participatory governance, and citizen-centric approaches.
Public Administration Comparative Public Administration Cross-national and comparative studies of administrative systems and practices.
Public Administration Ethics, Accountability and Transparency Focus on ethical governance, anti-corruption measures, and accountability mechanisms.