International Public Service Motivation Research Initiative

The International Public Service Motivation Research Initiative is a project that studies why individuals choose careers in public service across different countries. It aims to understand what motivates public servants—such as a desire to help others, serve the community, or promote social justice—and how these motivations influence their work. By comparing data internationally, the initiative seeks to identify common factors and cultural differences that shape public service attitudes, ultimately helping governments and organizations to recruit, retain, and inspire motivated, effective public servants worldwide.