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SECoPA's MISSION​

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The Southeast Conference on public Administration (SECoPA) enhances the public service field in the Southeast by providing opportunities for scholarly and practice-based exchanges, professional development and networking, nurturing students, new practitioners and academics and developing leaders in the profession.​

 

SECoPA was established in 1978 to advance public administration research, scholarship, and professional practice across the Southeastern United States. Prior to its formation, ASPA chapters in the region convened annually through the Southeast Regional Conference. SECoPA operates as an affiliated group of the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA).​​​

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ABOUT ASPA​

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Since 1939, ASPA has served as a leading professional society representing the full spectrum of public service. The organization promotes effective and ethical governance through professional development, scholarly publishing, and the advancement of innovative theory and practice, fostering positive change at local, national, and global levels to enhance quality of life worldwide.​​​​

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