Instytut Administracji i Nauk o Polityce WSKZ oraz Projekt Akademia gospodarzem międzynarodowej konferencji z udziałem światowych autorytetów.

International Scientific and Expert Conference „Public Administration in the Age of Crisis” will take place on 11–12 May 2026 in Wrocław At the Scandic Hotel.

The event will bring together eminent representatives from the world of science and public administration practice, becoming one of the key international forums for discussion on the future of administration in the face of escalating global crises.

The event is organised by the Institute of Administration and Political Science at the University of Applied Sciences and the Project Akademia Association. The conference aligns with the long-term strategy for the development of international cooperation and the strengthening of dialogue between science and administrative practice.

Strategic significance of the event

Modern public administration operates in conditions of increasing uncertainty, complexity of decision-making processes, and intense technological and social changes. In this context, the exchange of expert knowledge and international experience takes on particular importance.

The conference provides a space where different research and practical perspectives meet, enabling an in-depth analysis of the mechanisms of public administration functioning and the identification of new directions for its development.

Participation of recognised scientific authorities

The event will be attended by researchers of international renown, whose scientific achievements have a significant impact on the development of contemporary administration, politics, and public management sciences.

International experts

• Prof. Peter Nijkamp
• Prof. Asep Hermawan
• Professor Ahmed Mehanna Khalifa
• Dr Karima Kourtit
• Dr Olena Kravchenko

Experts from Poland, among others.

• Prof. Dr Hab. Andrzej Piasecki
• Professor Aldona Wiktorska–Święcka
• Prof. Dr. Andrzej Antoszewski
• Prof. Dr Hab. Leszek Sobkowiak
• Prof. Dr. Andrzej Czajowski
• Prof. Dr. Andrzej Jablonski
• Professor Dr. Hab. Piotr Grabowiec

Addressees and importance of participation

The conference is aimed at a wide audience interested in the functioning of public administration and decision-making processes in the public sector.

Participation in the event enables direct contact with representatives from the world of science and practice, fostering the exchange of experiences and the building of lasting professional and scientific relationships.

In particular, the invitation is directed at representatives of public administration, the academic community, public services, social organisations, and young researchers.

Substantive and scientific value

The conference provides a unique space for knowledge exchange, where theory meets administrative practice.

• access to current scientific research results
• participation in discussions with internationally recognised experts
• the opportunity for a confrontation of academic and practical perspectives
• the development of scientific and professional cooperation
• Certificate of attendance
• free admission

Organisational information

The conference will be held in a hybrid format, allowing for both in-person and remote participation.

Participation in the event is free of charge, which highlights its open and scientific nature.

studia-wroclaw.pl/wydarzenia/administracja-publiczna-w-dobie-kryzysu/