International Association of Centers for Federal Studies

The International Association of Centers for Federal Studies (IACFS) is an organization that brings together research institutions and experts dedicated to studying federal systems of government. Federal systems divide power between a central authority and smaller political units, like states or regions. IACFS promotes collaboration, sharing knowledge, and advancing understanding of federalism worldwide. Its goal is to improve governance, stability, and democratic processes by fostering scholarly exchange and policy research related to federal structures and decentralization.