The Alliance Française de Lyon celebrated its 40th anniversary in Lyon on October 24 at the Musée Jean Couty. This landmark event brought together members of the Board of Directors, members, partners, teachers and friends, highlighting our commitment to promoting the French language and culture over these four decades.

Director Nicolas de La Cruz, Chairman Jean-Charles Ovise and Vice-Chairman Jacques Bruyas (right to left)

Creation The Alliance Française de Lyon, founded in 1984, is celebrating 40 years of promoting the French language and French and Francophone cultures. Over the past four decades, the Alliance Française has dedicated itself to providing excellent teaching to thousands of students from all over the world.

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The Alliance Française de Lyon building in the 1990s.

Building Since its creation, the Alliance Française de Lyon has occupied this magnificent building, a former school located at 11 rue Pierre Bourdan, in Lyon’s 3rd arrondissement. This emblematic site, which combines historic charm and modernity, has become the home of this institution. Since 2006, the building has belonged to the Alliance, enabling it to strengthen its presence and commitment in the Lyon area.

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 FASP project’s logo

FASP project Over the years, major structuring projects have shaped the Alliance Française de Lyon, including the FASP project, which stands out for its innovative and constructive approach. Launched in 2017, this unique educational program aims to teach French while raising learners’ awareness of environmental issues and challenges. Using “playful” teaching sheets adapted to different CEFR levels, FASP combines language learning with ecological awareness.

Label The Qualiopi label, successfully renewed in 2023, is a valuable asset that attests to the quality of the Alliance Française de Lyon’s training services. By choosing an accredited institution, learners can be sure of benefiting from high-level teaching and support services, structured and adapted to their needs.

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Le bâtiment de l’Alliance Française aujourd’hui

Modernization As with most training centers, COVID-19 represented an unprecedented challenge for the Alliance Française de Lyon. The closure of borders limited access to courses, and many learners wishing to discover the French language and culture were unable to come to Lyon. At the end of this painful period, the Alliance Française de Lyon was able to renew itself, and by the end of 2022 had embarked on a vast plan to modernize its premises, digital tools and internal procedures.

Today This is why the Alliance Française de Lyon is now firmly rooted in the Lyon area. It offers quality courses for students wishing to learn French in a welcoming and stimulating environment. Numerous projects are underway, including the creation of genuine cultural partnerships for the year 2025. These collaborations will enable the Alliance to diversify and enrich its offer, reinforcing its role as an educational and cultural player.

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l’Alliance Française de Lyon’s team

The Alliance Française de Lyon’s 40th anniversary party at the Musée Jean Couty paid tribute to this famous Lyon painter and to the region’s rich cultural heritage. This friendly event brought together the Alliance’s community of members and friends around its president, Jean-Charles Ovise.

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• We would like to extend our warmest thanks to all the members of the Board of Directors and the Office of the Alliance Française de Lyon for their commitment to this fine institution.

 

• We would also like to thank our French as a Foreign Language (FLE) teachers, who provide excellent courses and create a pleasant, friendly atmosphere conducive to learning. Their passion and commitment are major assets to the Alliance Française de Lyon’s reputation..

 

• Our thanks go to the administrative teams and support functions, who ensure the maintenance and development of a professionalized structure for the smooth running of the institution.

 

• Finally, we are infinitely grateful to our students for their presence and loyalty! Above all, it’s their enthusiasm and curiosity for the French language and culture that make the Alliance Française de Lyon such an extraordinary and constantly renewed adventure.