Political Independence
APSS should not speak or act in a single voice on political issues.
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About APSS
Association of Political Science Studies is a politically independent, non-profit and non-religious association working for political science, democratic dialogue, policy learning and civic participation in Nepal.
Mission Statement
“To advance the dialogue of politics and political science by comparing empirical phenomenon with scholarly insights into how societies work, by committing to support next generation politics and by shaping a mutually-understood society.”
Institutional Identity
Political independence, professionalism, diversity and knowledge
APSS facilitates political parties, Government of Nepal, various state institutions, academia and civil society in stimulating dialogue, advocacy and scholarly research for a well-just society and national development.
Since its inception in 2001, APSS has contributed to Nepal’s peace process, constitution-writing process, democratic dialogue, political stability and youth participation.
Vision and Values
Professionalism
Every member should act responsibly toward the APSS community.
Respecting Diversity
Tolerance is indispensable for national and international communication, cooperation and unity.
Knowledge
Knowledge creates power for critical thinking in politics and society.
Core Objectives
1Scholarly research activities in politics and development, communicated domestically, regionally and internationally.
2High quality teaching and education about politics, government, economics, political economy, sociology, culture, history and social sciences.
3Public service through research dissemination and preparation of citizens for effective political participation.
4Exchange of ideas, experience, mutual understanding, equal rights and opportunities among young generations.
5Meaningful participation of young and new generations in society and decision-making processes.
6Policy influence for citizen welfare, democracy, human rights, diversity, active citizenship and solidarity.
Governance
Institutional Setup
The General Assembly is the apex decision-making body of APSS. The Central Executive Committee executes the General Assembly mandate and works with advisory, sub-committee, staff and volunteer structures.
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