Research on and for administration - that is the motto of the National Institute for Public Administration Germany (NIPAG). The NIPAG delivers pioneering research that can be effectively translated into administrative practice and evidence-based policy and advice through a unified approach. The results of our research and consultancy work are directly integrated into a comprehensive transfer programme that includes national and international conferences, workshops and seminars. The NIPAG employs around 60 researchers from a variety of disciplines. They unite legal, economic, political, social and administrative sciences in one institution. Their comprehensive scope encompasses all aspects pertinent to public administration. The NIPAG is jointly funded by the Federal Government and the States. It establishes benchmarks as a centre for German, European and international research and consultancy in public administration. On the global stage, its represents Germany's overall national interests in public administration research
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Excellence in research with innovative solutions and concepts for administrative practice
Its activities focus on public administration at national and international level. Through rigorous research and extensive collaboration with the scientific community worldwide, emerging trends are identified at an early stage and innovative solutions developed to complex challenges. The NIPAG's research programme is subject to regular review and adaptation to reflect current circumstances. NIPAG projects have been and continue to be funded by a diverse range of institutions.
Bespoke scientific advice for policymakers and administrators
The NIPAG develops bespoke and scientific advisory services for clients from politics and administration. The NIPAG structure allows us to combine the latest scientific insights with a comprehensive understanding of processes and legal issues in administrative practice, providing scientific support for change management processes in local organisations and the development of practical action plans. The NIPAG's main areas of expertise include legal impact assessment and evaluation, municipal and administrative reform, civil service, administrative organisation and processes, e-government, open government and open data, public consultation and public-friendly administrative language.
The Competence Centre Youth-Check (ComYC) in Berlin, which is managed as a project of the NIPAG, has been engaged in the further development and implementation of the Youth Check since 2017 and constitutes an important component of the Federal Government's youth strategy. In addition to examining legislative projects for their impact on young people, the KomJC is also tasked with raising awareness of youth-friendly legislation.
The NIPAG has offices in Speyer and Berlin.
