ABOUT US
The Public Policy and International Affairs Program (PPIA) is a national program that prepares young adults for an advanced degree and ultimately for careers and influential roles serving the public good. PPIA has an outreach focus on students from groups who are underrepresented in leadership positions in government, nonprofits, international organizations and other institutional settings. This focus stems from a core belief that our citizens are best served by public managers, policy makers and community leaders who represent diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Furthermore, international affairs are increasingly mixed with local concerns. Addressing such global issues make diversity a critical goal in professional public service. For over 20 years PPIA has been at the forefront of promoting diversity in public service and nurturing the full potential of students as active citizens, public servants and agents of change.
So what is PPIA?
- A fellowship program that provides student training and financial support for graduate school and facilitates ongoing professional development.
- A consortium of the top public and international affairs graduate programs in the nation.
- An outreach program that seeks to educate and inspire young people of all ages and from all backgrounds about public service.
- An alumni association of approximately 3,000 PPIA Fellows from all across the nation.
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