Bonjour à tous,

Je suis ravie de me présenter comme la nouvelle Directrice de l’Alliance Française d’Austin! I couldn’t be more thrilled to join such a dynamic community that celebrates French language and culture right here in Austin.

My background is in education and nonprofit leadership, but my true passion is creating spaces where people connect, learn, and feel inspired. That’s exactly what I see at AFA — a place where French isn’t just taught, it’s lived.

This year, we’ll be working together to grow our membership, launch fresh cultural programs, and build exciting partnerships that bring even more of la francophonie to Austin. And of course, I hope to see you all at our Beaujolais Nouveau celebration on November 20th — it promises to be an unforgettable evening of wine, music, and community.

Merci beaucoup for welcoming me into this family. The best is yet to come, and I can’t wait to share this adventure with you!

À très bientôt,

Dr. Diana Sáenz

Executive Director

Alliance Française d’Austin