The Association for Institutional Thought is an organization devoted to encouraging and fostering the development of institutional thought as a basis for inquiry into the interrelationships of society. See below for recent and upcoming events and other announcements. And the links at the top of the page provide content from previous conferences, teaching resources, links for donations and membership, and more.
Events and Announcements
48th Annual Meeting of AFIT
The Association for Institutional Thought (AFIT) will meet once again in Denver, Colorado March 31st through April 3rd, 2027. This year’s theme:
Institutions in a New Gilded Age: Technology, Reproduction Crises, and Collective Action
See below for the full Call for Papers. The submission deadline in January 15, 2027.
Travel Grants and Student Paper Contest
The Association for Institutional Thought (AFIT) with support from the Association for Evolutionary Economics (AFEE) will announce the 22nd Annual AFIT-AFEE Student Scholars Award Competition as well as our travel grant call for applications soon.
The student paper contest is open to both undergraduate and graduate students. The travel grants are available for both students and low-income graduates. Check back soon for more information.
Membership
A membership is required to present at the annual AFIT conference. Membership dues support the student paper competition, building the community of institutional economists, and support organizational technology needs.
You can choose between a one-year to a three-year membership. Student memberships are also available.