AIF aims to promote the discipline of Anthropology, its philosophy and methods and engage in applied and action research

Anthropos India Foundation ( AIF) is a  trust, registered in Delhi in October 2011. The aim is to promote the discipline of Anthropology, its philosophy and methods and engage in applied and Action Research. AIF through its work seeks to address issues in the local/ regional context, based on the ‘emic’ perspectives and bottom up approach to solve the problems faced by the communities and its people. Taking due consideration of the local knowledge and respecting the local culture and ecology, AIF has been conducting community based research and in its effort has tried to inform the Policy initiatives too.

Apart from conducting the community based action research, AIF also organizes distinguished guest lectures by eminent anthropologists and social scientists which are recorded and available on the official website. The main aim of this lecture series is to share knowledge with the young scholars and future generations. AIF is also promoting Visual Anthropology through vibrant, authentic, meaningful ethnographic films and photo documentation.