Inside Out: Les Visages de la Francophonie

The "Inside Out" project is a global art initiative that transforms personal messages into powerful art. Created by JR after winning the TED Prize in 2011, this project empowers communities worldwide to stand up for what they believe in and spark local change through public art installations.
Over half a million people in more than 150 countries have participated, addressing topics such as diversity, feminism, racism, climate change, education, and art.

Alliances Françaises across the globe participated in Inside Out. For our global Action "Les visages de la Francophonie" (Faces of the French-speaking world), we captured the portraits of people in different cities and countries to highlight the diversity of the French-speaking world.
Each participating Alliance created their own unique installation in their community, but together, our Actions create a giant mosaic that celebrates the people who make up our global and multicultural community.

We took portraits of local French speakers, including students and staff of Alliance Française de Brisbane, community members, extending out to Brisbane's diverse French-speaking groups and communities.
All portraits are displayed on the wall at Alliance Française's centre in West End.

A selection of portraits was installed along the esplanade of Brisbane Powerhouse. The visual celebration coincided with a special event featuring Franjo, a French stand-up comedian, enhancing the cultural experience and engagement.

A selection of portraits from Brisbane were included in the installation at the Quai d'Orsay and the facade of the Théâtre de l'Alliance Française in Paris. The installation by the Fondation des Alliances Françaises coincided with the celebrations of the 2024 Journées européennes du patrimoine (European Heritage Days).
Alliance Françaises from around the world all came together to create a giant mosaic of global French speakers.