DVPW

DVPW stands for Deutsche Vereinigung für Politikwissenschaft e.V., the German Association for Political Science. It is a professional association for political scientists and related scholars in Germany. Its aim is to advance political science as a scholarly discipline, support high-quality research and teaching, and promote dialogue between academia, policy-makers, and the public.

The association coordinates activities across its sections and working groups, covering subfields such as political theory and philosophy, comparative politics, international relations, public administration, and policy analysis. It organizes the annual DVPW conference, typically held in different German cities, which brings together researchers at various career stages to present work, discuss methods, and network. In addition to conferences, the DVPW publishes newsletters, position papers, and other publications that share research results and professional information with members and the wider community.

DVPW operates as a registered association under German law (e.V.) and is governed by an elected board and general assembly. Membership is open to individuals and institutions, including students, faculty, and research institutes. The association emphasizes mentoring and career development for early-career scholars, awards for outstanding dissertations and research, and pluralism in political science methods and perspectives.

The DVPW maintains links with related academic organizations in Germany and abroad, supports international cooperation, and contributes to public understanding of political science and democratic processes. It serves as a national network for political scientists, facilitating collaboration, methodological exchange, and policy-relevant research.