National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA)

National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA) is a non-profit, independent United States organization that assists federal, state, and local governments in improving their performance and management. The organization was established in 1967 under the National Academy of Public Administration Act, signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson. NAPA works closely with other organizations, such as the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and the Institute of Medicine, to provide expertise and guidance on various public administration issues. The organization's work is informed by the research and expertise of its fellows, who are recognized for their contributions to the field of public administration, including Graham T. Allison, Robert D. Behn, and Francis E. Rourke.

● History

The history of NAPA dates back to 1967, when it was established by the United States Congress to provide independent, non-partisan advice to federal agencies. The organization's founding was influenced by the work of the Hoover Commission, which recommended the creation of a non-profit organization to provide expertise and guidance on public administration issues. Over the years, NAPA has worked with various presidential administrations, including those of Richard Nixon, Jimmy Carter, and Bill Clinton, to improve the performance and management of government agencies. NAPA's work has also been informed by the research and expertise of other organizations, such as the Brookings Institution, Urban Institute, and the Center for Strategic and International Studies.

● Organization

NAPA is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and is led by a Board of Directors that includes prominent figures in the field of public administration, such as David M. Walker, former Comptroller General of the United States, and Paul A. Volcker, former Chairman of the Federal Reserve. The organization is divided into several Standing Panels, each of which focuses on a specific area of public administration, such as Homeland Security, Health and Human Services, and Environmental Protection. NAPA also works closely with other organizations, such as the American Society for Public Administration, National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration, and the International City/County Management Association, to advance the field of public administration.

● Fellows

NAPA's fellows are recognized for their contributions to the field of public administration and include prominent figures such as Graham T. Allison, Robert D. Behn, and Francis E. Rourke. The organization's fellows have worked in a variety of fields, including Harvard University, University of California, Berkeley, and the United States Department of State. NAPA's fellows have also been recognized for their contributions to the field of public administration through awards such as the National Public Service Award, presented by the American Society for Public Administration, and the Warner W. Stockberger Achievement Award, presented by the International City/County Management Association. Other notable fellows include Donald F. Kettl, Steven Kelman, and Beryl A. Radin.

● Projects and Initiatives

NAPA has undertaken a variety of projects and initiatives to improve the performance and management of government agencies, including the Government Accountability Office's High-Risk List, which identifies areas of high risk in government operations. The organization has also worked with the Office of Management and Budget to develop the Program Assessment Rating Tool, which is used to evaluate the performance of government programs. NAPA's projects and initiatives have been informed by the research and expertise of other organizations, such as the RAND Corporation, Urban Institute, and the Center for Strategic and International Studies. The organization has also collaborated with international organizations, such as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the World Bank, to advance the field of public administration globally.

● Awards and Recognition

NAPA has received several awards and recognition for its work, including the National Public Service Award, presented by the American Society for Public Administration. The organization's fellows have also been recognized for their contributions to the field of public administration through awards such as the Warner W. Stockberger Achievement Award, presented by the International City/County Management Association. NAPA's work has also been recognized by other organizations, such as the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration and the Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management. The organization's contributions to the field of public administration have been acknowledged by prominent figures, including Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and Mitch McConnell.

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