Organisation internationale de la Francophonie

The Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) is an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1970 to implement multilateral cooperation among member states and governments linked by the French language. Its mandate combines the promotion of French and of cultural and linguistic diversity with cooperation across political, educational, economic and cultural fields. Activities span five continents.

For professionals working in law, governance and international affairs, the organisation's core areas include peace, democracy, human rights and democratic governance. Alongside these sit education, training, higher education and research support; sustainable development and economic cooperation; and initiatives covering cultural diversity, youth, digital development and gender equality. Work is delivered through multilateral cooperation programmes and international partnerships oriented towards shared priorities among member states and governments.

OIF operates on a partnership-based model, working with institutions and operating agencies such as Agence universitaire de la Francophonie, TV5MONDE, Association internationale des maires francophones and Université Senghor. Digital development is among the organisation's technical domains. The stated mission is that of a mission-driven intergovernmental body focused on peace, democracy, human rights and cultural and linguistic diversity.