Alliance Française of Austin (AFA) is part of the Alliance Française network founded in Paris in 1883. There are over 800 Alliance Française chapters around the world that serve 500,000+ members and students. The Alliance Française network is recognized around the world as the leader and gold-standard in providing superb French language instruction and enriching French-themed cultural events and bridge-building cross-cultural programs.

The mission of Alliance Française of Austin is to encourage the study and appreciation of French language and Francophone cultures, and to promote connection and friendship among the peoples of the world. Alliance Française of Austin offers a comprehensive school program with French language classes for adults and children at all levels, monthly French film screenings through the AF Ciné-Club, bi-monthly Pétanque matches, monthly Conversation groups and French Book Club discussions. Membership in Alliance Française d’Austin offers the benefits of engaging with people from other cultures, knowledge of French language and Francophone cultures, and an active social and cultural calendar.