French-American Foundation - United States

As the 2024 Summer Olympics begin in Paris, the French-American Foundation - United States celebrates this historic moment.   With over 11,000 competing athletes from around the globe, including more than 630 Americans and almost 600 French, this year’s #OlympicGames are a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish through collaboration.   During the Opening Ceremony on Friday, Tony Estanguet, President of the Paris 2024 Organizing Committee, stated:   “And even though the Games cannot solve every problem, Even though discrimination and conflicts are not about to disappear, Tonight you have reminded us how beautiful humanity is when we come together. And when you return to the Olympic Village, you will be sending a message of hope to the whole world: that there is a place where people of every nationality, every culture and every religion can live together. You’ll be reminding us: it is possible.”   As we cheer for these remarkable athletes over the next two weeks, the FAF also celebrates the unifying spirit of the Olympic Games that echoes our own founding values of mutual respect and understanding.

If you missed last week’s captivating webinar on France’s snap parliamentary elections, don’t worry! Join the French-American Foundation - United States on #YouTube to watch the full recording and gain valuable insights from our speakers Diane de Vignemont, a journalist based in Paris, and Cole Stangler, a journalist based in Marseille. The conversation was guided by moderator and FAF #TransatlanticForum member Negah Angha. Watch the webinar recording here: https://bit.ly/3LtdhOU The program thoroughly examined the recent election results and delved into the intriguing dynamics of forming a new government amidst a hung parliament. Our speakers provided unique on-the-ground perspectives and explored the broader implications of this election for France’s political landscape. The conversation also addressed highly contested issues in France, such as climate policy, immigration, and future labor reforms, and analyzed potential approaches the new government might take. We extend our gratitude to our moderator and speakers for sharing their insights, and we thank everyone who joined us live for this timely and informative discussion!

✨🇫🇷 Joyeuse fête nationale! 🇫🇷✨ Yesterday, we celebrated Bastille Day, a powerful reminder of the enduring values of liberty, equality, and fraternity shared by the United States and France. At the French-American Foundation - United States, these principles inspire our mission to strengthen the bonds between leaders of all backgrounds on both sides of the Atlantic. Bastille Day is not only a celebration of French history, but also a moment to recognize our mutual commitment to freedom and democracy. It’s a time to reflect on our achievements, embrace our cultural heritage, and look forward to the future with optimism and purpose. Let’s continue to build bridges, foster understanding, and create a world where the spirit of Bastille Day resonates every day. French-American Foundation - France Villa Albertine L'Alliance New York Consulate of France in New York Embassy of France in the United States Photo Credit: Empire State Building

Earlier this spring, the Board of Directors of the French-American Foundation - United States elected two new Board members: 🔹 Ambassador Richard Duke Buchan III, Chairman and CEO of Hunter Global Investors L.P. 🔹 Ms. Andra Zeppelin, Principal of Zeppelin Development Ambassador Buchan and Ms. Zeppelin join a dedicated Board that is crucial to guiding the Foundation’s mission to foster lasting, practical working ties between #France and the #UnitedStates. Please join us in welcoming Ambassador Buchan and Ms. Zeppelin to the FAF community! The Foundation’s work to sustain and strengthen the French-American relationship at the highest levels of leadership is made possible through the guidance and support of our dedicated Board members. Since 1976, the Foundation has implemented over 500 programs, convening leaders from diverse sectors to promote open minds and productive dialogue. Learn more about the Foundation’s work: https://bit.ly/48qRpxu Learn more about our newest Board members: https://bit.ly/3LmS3Cc See all FAF-U.S. Board members: https://bit.ly/3D2tshK

Are you wondering what the results of France’s snap parliamentary elections mean? Tune into our webinar tomorrow at 12:00 pm ET to gain a deeper understanding of yesterday’s election results.   Register here: https://bit.ly/3ztkuvB This discussion will be led by Paris-based journalist Diane de Vignemont and Marseille-based journalist Cole Stangler. Diane and Cole will provide on-the-ground insights from their respective cities and discuss the challenges that lie ahead in forming a new government amidst a hung parliament. This webinar will be moderated by FAF Transatlantic Forum member Negah Angha. Learn more about our speakers here: https://bit.ly/3RTnZl9   Join us tomorrow to examine the complex dynamics shaping France's political landscape, just days before the start of the 2024 Paris Olympics. We look forward to your participation!

Upcoming Webinar: “The Future of France: Post-Election Perspectives”   Join the French-American Foundation - United States on Tuesday, July 9th at 12 PM ET for a compelling discussion following the recent French legislative elections. This program will feature French-American journalists Cole Stangler and Diane de Vignemont in conversation with Transatlantic Forum member and moderator Negah Angha.    This webinar is part of the Foundation’s #TransatlanticForum program and promises an in-depth analysis of the election outcomes and their implications for #France and #Europe. The conversation will shed light on the first-round results, which placed the National Rally (RN) party in a significant lead, and will take place just two days after the second round of elections, which are scheduled for this Sunday and hold the potential to reshape the French political landscape.   Don’t miss the chance to join us for a fascinating and informed conversation on what these developments mean for domestic and international policies.   📅 Mark your calendars and register now: https://bit.ly/3ztkuvB

📣 Announcing the 2024 class of Young Leaders! The French-American Foundation - United States is excited to introduce the 2024 class of U.S. Young Leaders, a dynamic group of 12 rising stars from a variety of fields, including academia, technology, law, business and finance, media and journalism, and more. The Young Leaders program is grounded in the belief that informed dialogue across cultures will lead to progress in solving the most pressing issues of our time. In other words, change begins with a conversation, and we are thrilled to bring these leaders together with their French counterparts to learn from each other, discover new perspectives, and build lifelong friendships. Congratulations to: Alexandre Chenesseau, Managing Director, CMD Global Partners, LLC Vivek Chilukuri, Senior Fellow and Director, Technology and National Security Program, Center for a New American Security Michael B. Greenwald, Global Head, Financial Innovation and Executive Relations, Amazon Web Services Lindsey Laveaux, JD, Senior Trial Attorney, New York County Defender Services Katherine Maher, President and CEO of National Public Radio (NPR) Christian Osmena, Vice President, Enterprise Planning, Arizona State University Stephanie Oueda Cruz, Global Vice-President, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Tiffany & Co. (part of LVMH Group) Jadzia P., European Data Protection Officer, Microsoft Vincent Pons, Professor, Harvard Business School Joseph Romeo, Partner - Private Equity, Apollo Global Management Anshuman Sahoo, Vice President, Head of Climate Strategy, Capital One Anne Vigier, Director, Global Product Activation, Emerging Experiences & Community, YouTube This exceptional cohort is united by their demonstrated leadership, passion to drive positive change, and understanding that a thriving Franco-American relationship is critical in a today's world. Please join us in welcoming the 2024 class to our Young Leaders community! Jointly with our sister Foundation, the French-American Foundation - France, we look forward to welcoming the new 2024 French and American Young Leaders, as well as the 2023 cohorts, to #Miami, #Florida in October for an intensive 5-day seminar where participants will connect on a personal level, engage in dialogue on transatlantic issues, and discover the unique and vibrant city of Miami and its surroundings. The Foundation extends thanks to our Board of Directors and Chair Edward Wallace for their support of the Young Leaders program, Board Member Anne Dias, the Selection Committee and Chair Scott Handler, FAF-U.S. Staff and President Caroline Naralasetty, the FAF-France Staff and Managing Director Director Amina Sabeur, and all of the Young Leader alumni who assisted with this year's selection cycle.

📚🥇🥂 Celebrating Excellence in French-to-English Translation! On Tuesday, June 18th, the French-American Foundation - United States was thrilled to honor the winners of the 37th Annual #TranslationPrize at our annual Awards Ceremony, held at the Strand Book Store's Rare Book Room in New York City. For nearly 40 years, the Translation Prize has served as a valuable channel for French-American cultural exchange, putting French-to-English translators in the spotlight and bringing awareness to important works of French literature newly available to American readers. After a festive opening cocktail, guests had the distinguished pleasure of hearing from keynote speaker Jonathan Galassi, Chairman and Executive Editor of Farrar, Straus and Giroux. In his presentation and Q&A, Mr. Galassi - himself an esteemed poet and translator - emphasized the importance of recognizing translators for their work in bridging literary and cultural divides: “Translation is culture,” he says plainly, stating that, without it, we would not have access to the greatest cultural treasures – produced outside of our native tongue – of our time. Mr. Galassi also shared his valuable perspective on the impact that emerging technologies, such as #AI, could have on the landscape of literary #translation. During the presentation of the awards, winning translators Frank Wynne (fiction) and Angela Hunter & Rebecca Wilkin (nonfiction) delivered remarks on their winning translations and creative processes, their journeys to becoming Francophiles, and what winning the Prize means to them. Each also gave a special live reading of an excerpt from their winning translations. From Wynne’s masterful and erudite translation of Mathias Énard’s rich feast of #literary excesses, to Hunter and Wilkin’s triumph in bringing the work of 18th century French #feminist philosopher Louise Dupin to the Anglophone forefront, there was an abundance of remarkable achievements to celebrate. Discover the winners and their work: https://lnkd.in/eBp3ayJ8 Read a full debrief of the ceremony: https://lnkd.in/eWyHDy4D The Foundation extends special thanks to our Board of Directors and the Florence Gould Foundation, whose generous support makes this program possible. Our sincere gratitude also goes to Jonathan Galassi, Frank Wynne, Angela Hunter, Rebecca Wilkin, our jurors Chris Clarke, Kate Deimling, Tess Lewis, Sandra Smith, James Swenson, and Corine Tachtiris, and the teams at The Strand and Great Performances for making the evening such a wonderful success. Thank you to all who attended, and we look forward to celebrating the art of translation again with you next year!

Together with our Board Chair, Edward Wallace, the French-American Foundation - United States extends a heartfelt welcome to Mr. Cédrik Fouriscot, the newly appointed French Consul General in New York. The FAF is delighted to have Mr. Fouriscot join our vibrant Franco-American community. His presence and contributions will undoubtedly further strengthen the enduring bonds between #France and the #UnitedStates. We look forward to continuing our valued partnership with the Consulate of France in New York and invite you to join us in warmly welcoming Mr. Fouriscot to his new role!

Did you miss last week’s live webinar on the European Parliament election results? Vous avez de la chance! The full recording is now available on our YouTube channel. 🔗 Watch the full webinar recording: https://bit.ly/4csMAFv 📚 Read more about the webinar: https://bit.ly/3KNYON5 Dive into the analysis of what the election results mean for the future of Europe. This session is a continuation of our pre-election conversation (https://bit.ly/49XqI3p) and explores the shifts and implications following the results.   Thank you to moderator Marie-Barbe Girard and featured panelists Tara Varma, Visiting Fellow at The Brookings Institution; Hans Kundnani, Visiting Fellow at the Remarque Institute at New York University; and Droin Mathieu, Visiting Fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, for sharing their post-election insights. 📆 Stay tuned for our next webinar in July, which will focus on the French snap elections.