Academic network
The network consists of academics and non-academics who are interested in research on political trust
Working together
The network fosters collaboration between participants to conduct new research on political trust
Gaining new insights
The network fosters sharing and dissemination of new insights regarding political trust
Initiators of the network
The current driving force behind the Political Trust Network consists of various scholars from different universities.

Tom van der Meer
University of Amsterdam

Ben Seyd
University of Kent

Lisanne de Blok
Utrecht University
Join the network
This network is open to academics and non-academics interested in research on political trust. We provide a space for collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Events
Last updated: 19-08-2025
26 – 29 August 2025
ECPR General Conference
Many network members will participate in the 2025 ECPR General Conference held in Thessaloniki. The latest political trust research will be discussed in this section of the conference.
13 – 14 March 2025
Political Trust Conference
A two-day conference on the latest research on Political Trust, discussion of new developments and research proposals in an open and friendly atmosphere.
Calls & Deadlines
Calls & Deadlines for conferences and symposia related to Political Trust will appear here.
ECPR 2025 General Conference: Section on Political Trust
Deadline: CLOSED
Amsterdam conference on Political Trust – March 2025
Deadline: CLOSED
Contact us
Do you want to join the network. Do you have questions or inquiries about the network, participation, outputs, or something else? Contact us with the information details below or use the form.
