The Alliance Française of Guyana is part of a worldwide associative network created more than 135 years ago in , established in 133 countries and welcoming nearly 500,000 learners every year.

We, at Alliance Francaise Guyana, remain dedicated to supporting the growth of Francophonie in Georgetown and offer a wide range of programs, courses, and events to promote French language learning, cultural exchange, and intercultural dialogue.

We believe in the power of cultural exchange to bridge communities and foster mutual understanding. Through our diverse range of events and initiatives, we promote vibrant Franco-Guyanese cultural exchanges across generations.

Championing language acquisition and cultural immersion in Georgetown.

The Alliance Française of Guyana is a member-supported nonprofit company dedicated to promoting the French language and the richness of Francophone cultures through education, cultural events, and community outreach.

Company No: 17734 / Tax Identification Number: 050-055-995

What We Offer

– French Language Courses for all levels

– Cultural Events that celebrate music, film, literrature, and more

– Translation & Interpreting Services for individuals and institutions

– DELF Certification – Official French proficiency exams issued by the French Ministry of Education and recognized worldwide

Building Bridges Between English and French-Speacking Caribbean Communities

The Alliance Française of Guyana has served as key partner to several government ministries and agencies in Georgetown, delivering specialized French language training to public service professionnals. These initiatives support the growing need for linguistic and cultural competence in response to the increasing presence of Francophone populations from neighbouring countries in the Guiana Shield.

French language & intercultural competence also serves as a business enabler in Guyana

Since the country is surrounded by Francophone territories: French Guiana, Suriname (partially), Caribbean, West Africa supply chain. Oil & Gas companies increasingly rely on Francophone
subcontractors, Francophone offshore crews, Francophone regulatory & military counterparts (CGX, coast guards, maritime cooperation) Our organization serves to strengthen bilateral cooperation between English and French-speacking parts of the Caribbean.

Our tailored French courses have been provided to staff from the following intitutions:

– The Foreign Service Institute
– The Food and Drugs Administration
– The Ministry of Health
– The Ministry of Agriculture
– The Guyana Police Force
– The Guyana Defence Force, including the Military and Coast Guard units

Through these partnerships, the Alliance Française continues to play a strategic role in enhancing regional integration, diplomatic readiness, and cross-cultural communication within Guyana’s public sector. A proud Member of the world wide network of Alliance Francaise

Established in 1950 and revived in 2024, the Alliance Française of Guyana is part of a global network founded in Paris over 135 years ago. With chapters in 133 countries, the Alliance welcomes globally nearly 500,000 learners worldwide each year.

A proud Member of the Eastern Caribbean Network
We are also a proud member of the Eastern Caribbean Network, guided by the General Delegation of the Alliance Française Foundation based in St. Lucia, which supports French Alliances across the region.

DIRECTOR,

Deborah First-Quao

Deborah is a native of Ghana, in West Africa, who pursued her higher education in Paris, France – studying Communications and Marketing at the American University of Paris, and Business at the IAE Graduate School of Management. For her love of the French language, she completed diplomas in French Studies at the University of Cote D’Azur in Nice. She has a professional background in Teaching Business English, and tutored many working professionals and children during her 8 year residence in France. Since Deborah has a strong passion for languages and teaching, as well as event management, serving the Alliance Francaise of Guyana seemed to be a natural fit.

Now a French citizen, she hopes to create opportunities for people in Georgetown to learn French and experience Francophone culture in all its forms around the world. During her tenure as Director, in addition to organizing events that bring people together around French culture, she is particularly interested in creating cultural exchange initiatives that target the youth.

Members of the board

Alliance Française de Guyana is overseen by a volunteer and locally based Exective Board elected by the society’s voting members. The last Annual General Assembly Meeting and elections were held in June 2024.