Alliance Française of New Orleans

For over 40 years, the Alliance Française de La Nouvelle-Orléans has been a home for French language and culture in Louisiana. Since 1984, we have brought together students, artists, and communities to celebrate and sustain Louisiana’s francophone heritage.

Today, our mission is rooted in community outreach. Through programs like Koneksyon for Success and My French Book Fest, we create meaningful opportunities for youth, families, and educators to engage with French and Louisiana’s heritage languages. Each year, we host over 100 cultural events—most free and open to the public—highlighting the voices of local artists and culture bearers.

To continue this work, we need your support to help us enhance our space and revitalize our garden, creating an even more welcoming and vibrant home for French language and culture in New Orleans.

Your gift helps us expand access to French education, uplift culture bearers, offer free programming, and preserve our historic home through the Yellow House Campaign.

Support AFNO. Keep French alive and thriving in Louisiana.

AFNO brings French to life through:

– Dynamic French courses for adults, children, and professionals
– Internationally recognized certifications (DELF/DALF, TEF) that open academic and career pathways
– Inspiring cultural programs that connect Louisiana to the global Francophone world
– A vibrant physical and digital library serving learners, educators, and native speakers alike

Testimonials

"I've been a member and student at the Alliance Française since January 2023, and I cannot say enough great things about this organization! I've taken eight in-person courses with four different instructors, all of whom have been fantastic, native speakers who really know how to teach. The classes are immersive and structured, never stuffy or boring. We learn vocabulary and grammar, yes, but also their cultural and social contexts. The way the language is taught is preparing me for both professional and real-life environments; it's not just textbook French. The students are diverse, from all walks of life, all ages, all professions, and dedicated." - Mary