The UBC School of Public Policy and Global Affairs was founded by the Liu Institute for Global Issues and the Institute of Asian Research. We’re also home to the Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions, the Office of Regional and International Community Engagement, Pacific Affairs Journal, and five regionally-focused Asian research centres within the Institute of Asian Research.
Each of our SPPGA institutes and centres offers unique and interdisciplinary expertise, enriching programs, and knowledge exchange opportunities on public policy, global affairs, and community engagement. We strive to create a dynamic and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and a global mindset.
Institute of Asian Research
Founded in 1978, IAR is UBC's focal point for Asia-related policy and current affairs as well as interdisciplinary scholarship on contemporary Asia.
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Liu Institute for Global Issues
The Liu Institute is an interdisciplinary research hub that brings together academics, practitioners, policymakers, and community members with a focus on global issues.
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Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions
CSDI supports publicly engaged research, teaching and knowledge-sharing on democratic practices and institutions.
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Office of Regional and International Community Engagement
ORICE is committed to addressing complex social and ecological challenges in collaboration with a network of community partners in Canada and around the world.
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Pacific Affairs
Pacific Affairs is a peer-reviewed, independent, and interdisciplinary scholarly journal focussing on important current political, economic, and social issues throughout Asia and the Pacific.
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