In Memoriam – Dr Jacques Soulié It is with deep sadness that the Alliance Française de Kandy, together with the network of Alliances Françaises in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, announces the passing of Dr Jacques Soulié, who left us on Saturday evening. We extend our heartfelt condolences and compassion to his family and loved …
Film Screening – No More Land by Anomaa Rajakaruna As part of the Sister Library launch weekend in Kandy, the Alliance Française de Kandy was pleased to host a screening of No More Land (40 min | 2024) by Anomaa Rajakaruna, commissioned by the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka. The screening was …
On Saturday, 28 June, the Alliance Française de Kandy hosted a thoughtful and engaging discussion on Stay, Daughter by Yasmin Azad, bringing together an attentive group of participants. The session, facilitated by Widya Kumarasinghe and Thadini Liyanage of Everystory Sri Lanka, guided a grounded and reflective conversation on the memoir’s central themes—intergenerational expectations, personal freedom, …
Opening of the Travelling Feminist Library at Alliance Française de Kandy The Travelling Feminist Library officially opened its doors at the Alliance Française de Kandy on 28 June! Following a vibrant first stop in Colombo, this evolving art project continues its journey, celebrating women’s creativity in literature and art. A special highlight of the launch …
Zine-Making Workshop with Everystory Sri Lanka Facilitated by Widya Kumarasinghe and Thadini Liyanage from Everystory Sri Lanka, the session invited students to explore zines as a powerful medium for self-expression and resistance. Together, participants reflected on themes of identity, feminism, community, and storytelling, using paper, scissors, and words to craft unique and deeply personal works. …
Visit of His Excellency Rémi Lambert Son Excellence Rémi Lambert, Ambassadeur de France au Sri Lanka et aux Maldives, nous a fait l’honneur de sa première visite officielle à l’Alliance Française de Kandy. Il a pu rencontrer le comité, le personnel, les professeurs et les étudiants. L’Alliance Française de Kandy le remercie chaleureusement pour son …
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We are excited to present the screening of the vibrant and inspiring film En Corps by Cédric Klapisch, followed by the opening of our exhibition on the history of cinema. We look forward to seeing you next Saturday!
International Day at Peradeniya UniversityThank you to everyone who visited our stand! We look forward to welcoming you soon at the Alliance Française de Kandy.
Representatives from across the network, together with key partners, gathered to discuss strategic priorities, collaborative projects, and developments in language teaching and cultural programming. The programme included presentations, expert exchanges, and a video conference with the Fondation des Alliances Françaises, reaffirming our shared commitment to quality, innovation, and regional cooperation. This meeting was a valuable …
Annual meeting of the Alliance Française network in Sri Lanka and the Maldives Read More »
Océane, a French teaching assistant at the University of Peradeniya, shares a glimpse into her daily life on campus — from engaging language classes to cultural exchanges that bring French closer to students. Partenariat entre l’Alliance Française de Kandy et l’Université de Peradeniya Océane, assistante en cours de français à l’Université de Peradeniya, vous invite …
Partnership between Alliance Française de Kandy and Peradeniya University Read More »