Financial Award for Best Papers in Ethics and Accountability in Public Service

===CALL FOR PAPERS===
==Financial Award for Best Papers in Ethics and Accountability in Public Service==
The Johnson Institute for Responsible Leadership in the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs, University of Pittsburgh is accepting submissions for the 2008-2009 Johnson Award for Best Papers in Ethics and Accountability in Public Service.
A blind review process will result in the selection of at least one (1) winner in each of the following categories:
* Papers already published or accepted for publication in refereed forums (in journals, as chapters in books, etc): $2,000
* Student Papers (including work by doctoral students prior to the award of the degree): $1,000
Young scholars and students are especially encouraged to apply.
All entries must be received by November 1, 2008. 
===Themes:===
Papers should fall under one of the following themes: International and civil security, Human security, International development, Public administration, and/or Nonprofit/NGO management and governance. These themes are broadly interpreted. Generally, any paper that has significant implications for public policy, public management, or nonprofit sector management will be acceptable.
===Application Process and Deadline===
Interested applicants should submit 1) an application cover sheet (available at http://www.johnsoninstitute-gspia.org), 2) two-page executive summary including title of the paper with author name(s) removed, and 3) a copy of the paper with author name(s) removed. Electronic copies are strongly preferred. All entries must be less than 35 pages double-spaced, including bibliography, and in English. Please indicate whether your paper should be considered in the published category, work in progress category, or student category. Winners will be notified in the spring 2009. 
For application requirements and further information, visit http://www.johnsoninstitute-gspia.org or contact ethics@gspia.pitt.edu or 412-648-1336.