Eastern Regional Organization for Public Administration facts for kids
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| Abbreviation | EROPA |
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| Formation | 5 December 1960 |
| Type | International non-governmental organization (NGO) |
| Purpose | Public administration and governance education and practice |
| Headquarters | National College of Public Administration and Governance, University of the Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines |
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Asia Pacific |
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Secretary-General
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Alex Brillantes Jr. |
The Eastern Regional Organization for Public Administration (EROPA) is a group that helps countries in Asia and the Pacific work better. It was started to improve how governments are run and how public services are managed. This helps countries grow and develop. EROPA was officially formed on December 5, 1960.
EROPA was created by an international agreement signed in Manila, Philippines, in 1958. Its main goal is to promote the study and practice of public administration. This means learning how governments can serve their people more effectively. EROPA also helps countries adopt good administrative systems.
EROPA works closely with the United Nations Public Administration Network (UNPAN). It also has a special role with the United Nations Economic and Social Council. This means the UN values EROPA's advice on economic and social issues.
The main office for EROPA is in Quezon City, Philippines. It is located at the National College of Public Administration and Governance at the University of the Philippines. The Philippines has been important to EROPA since the very first meeting in 1958.
EROPA also has several active centers in different countries. These centers help with specific areas of public administration:
- A Development Management Center in South Korea.
- A Human Resource Research Center in Beijing, China.
- A Local Government Center in Tokyo, Japan.
- A Policy Studies Center in Jakarta, Indonesia.
- A Training Center in New Delhi, India.
Who are EROPA Members?
EROPA has different types of members. These include countries, organizations, and even individuals.
Country Members
Countries that are part of EROPA are called state members. Here are some of the current active country members:
Philippines (Philippines) - a founding member
Japan (Japan) - a founding member
Vietnam (Vietnam) - a founding member
China (China)
Thailand (Thailand)
South Korea (South Korea)
Malaysia (Malaysia)
Indonesia (Indonesia)
Nepal (Nepal)
Iran (Iran)
India (India)
EROPA Conferences
EROPA holds many conferences and meetings. These events bring together experts and leaders from different countries. They discuss important topics related to public administration and how to improve government services.
For example, the very first conference was held in Manila, Philippines, in 1958. It was called the First Regional Conference on Public Administration. These meetings help members share ideas and learn from each other. They cover topics like urban development, managing people in government, and how to deliver public services better.
