Alliance Francaise de la Nouvelle OrlÃ©ans

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About Alliance Francaise de la Nouvelle OrlÃ©ans

Alliance Française de la Nouvelle Orléans offers comprehensive French language education and cultural programming for learners of all ages and proficiency levels throughout New Orleans, LA. Since 1984, this nonprofit organization has provided group and private French classes taught by native-speaking instructors who employ immersive, interactive teaching methods ensuring students gain practical fluency. The organization serves approximately 8,000 students annually across the New Orleans region, with instructors delivering over 10,000 hours of instruction each year. Beyond classroom instruction, Alliance Française maintains an extensive library containing 3,500 French-English references for all levels and ages, supporting independent learning and cultural exploration. The organization's cultural programming includes over 100 annual social and cultural events, such as Francophonie Month celebrations in March, the Festinema Junior film festival in April, the Bastille Day Fête in July, and the My French Book Fest in November. These events attract 6,000 participants annually and celebrate Francophone culture through film screenings, art exhibitions, music performances, and interactive workshops. As a member of the international Alliance Française network—the world's largest network of French language and cultural centers—Alliance Française de la Nouvelle Orléans serves as a cultural bridge connecting the New Orleans community to French language and Francophone cultures. The organization is governed by a dedicated nonprofit board and staffed by passionate educators and volunteers committed to making French learning joyful and accessible to all.