About the Federation Alliances Françaises USA

The mission of the Alliance Française is to promote the French language and francophone cultures and to foster exchanges between French speakers and local communities.

The Federation of Alliances Françaises USA, founded in 1902, is a nonprofit organization representing more than 100 chapters in the United States. Its national board of 19 members is made of representatives from Alliance Française chapters from across the country.

The Federation organizes an annual national conference, provides grants, showcases literature and film, and supports all chapters with publications and best practices resources. The Federation also organizes national cultural events and promotes the activities of Alliance Française chapters throughout the country.