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  • Volume 1, Issue 1
    Vol. 1 No. 1 (2023)

    The first issue of the International Journal of Leadership and Public Sector Reform (IJLPSR) includes a variety of articles that explore  leadership and public sector reform. The articles in this issue cover a wide range of topics, including the role of leadership in promoting organizational change, the challenges of leading in a networked governance environment, and the importance of ethical leadership in the public sector.

    IJLPSR invites readers to engage with the latest research, theoretical frameworks, and practical applications in leadership and public sector reform. As we embark on this scholarly journey, we encourage academics, policymakers, and practitioners to join us.  

  • Volume 2, Issue 1, 2024
    Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024)

    This is Volume 2, Issue 1 of the International Journal of Leadership and Public Sector Reform (IJLPSR). The publication features original research articles and scholarly discussions focused on leadership, governance, public sector reform, and development practices, with insights relevant to both local and global contexts.

  • Volume 3 Issue 1

    Volume 3, Issue 1, 2025
    Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025)

    Volume 3, Issue 1 of the International Journal of Leadership and Public Sector Reform presents eight research papers that explore current challenges and emerging perspectives in leadership, governance, and public sector transformation. The issue brings together empirical studies, conceptual analyses, and case-based insights that highlight the evolving dynamics of public service delivery, institutional reform, and organizational leadership across diverse contexts.

    The contributions offer practical recommendations and evidence-based findings that support policymakers, practitioners, and researchers working to strengthen public institutions. This issue continues the journal’s mission of promoting high-quality scholarship that advances leadership practice, enhances administrative efficiency, and supports sustainable public sector reform.

     

  • Volume 1, Issue 2
    Vol. 1 No. 2 (2023)

    The International Journal of Leadership and Public Sector Reform (IJLPSR) is proud to present Volume 1, Issue 2. This issue delves into a rich and diverse array of topics related to leadership and public sector reform. Articles explore cutting-edge research, innovative theoretical frameworks, and practical applications designed to be valuable for academics, policymakers, and practitioners alike.

    IJLPSR invites you to join a stimulating intellectual conversation. We encourage you to explore the thought-provoking articles within this issue and contribute your own voice. Submissions from scholars, policymakers, and practitioners are always welcome. Together, through research, collaboration, and a shared commitment to progress, we can contribute to a more effective and impactful public sector.

  • Volume 2, Issue 2, 2024
    Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024)

    Volume 2, Issue 2 (2024)

    The International Journal of Leadership and Public Sector Reform (IJLPSR), published by Oromia State University, is pleased to release Volume 2, Issue 2, featuring six scholarly papers.
    This issue presents multidisciplinary research articles addressing contemporary issues in leadership, governance, management, and public sector reform. The contributions offer valuable insights and practical perspectives that promote academic dialogue and evidence-based policymaking.

  • Volume 3, Issue 2, 2025
    Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025)

    We are pleased to publish Volume 3, Issue 2 of the International Journal of Leadership and Public Sector Reform (IJLPSR), featuring scholarly works that address critical issues in leadership, governance, finance, culture, and organizational development with particular focus on Ethiopia. This issue includes research on the role of urban safety nets in improving livelihoods in cities of Oromia Regional State; an analysis of indigenous knowledge in selected Afaan Oromoo songs; the effects of financial inclusion on household livelihood outcomes in Nekemte City; the impact of institutional capacity-building on organizational performance with leadership commitment as a mediating factor; and the importance of enhancing conducive work conditions to maintain the reputation of public organizations.

    Collectively, these articles provide evidence-based insights that contribute to policy development, institutional effectiveness, and sustainable public sector reform. Volume 3, Issue 2 reflects IJLPSR’s continued commitment to advancing rigorous, relevant, and impactful research that supports informed decision-making and leadership excellence.