Connecting you with the Francophone world
in Détroit and Michigan
Bonjour Détroit connects Michigan’s Francophone voices through dynamic programs that spark learning, celebrate cultures, and strengthen community ties. From heritage speakers to first-time learners, everyone belongs.
Artwork by Cara Marie Young – cara-marieyoung.com
What we do
We partner with local organizations, artists, and business leaders to build unique opportunities that celebrate Francophone cultures and create thriving networks across the region, for everyone. With a commitment to inclusivity and creativity, Bonjour Détroit empowers all language-level speakers to connect through innovative initiatives, collaborative partnerships, and community-focused events.
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COMING UP IN MARCH 2026!
FIRST MICHIGAN FRANCOPHONE GAMES FOR HIGH SCHOOLERS
Les Jeux de la francophonie will unite high school students from across the state for an immersive day combining interactive workshops, group quizzes, and a French-language forum. It allows students to develop their curiosity, confidence, and language skills while discovering the diversity of Michigan's French-speaking communities and university programs in French.
LE 5 À 7 FRANCOPHONE
Our monthly Happy Hour brings together Detroit’s Francophone and Francophile communities in a relaxed setting. It’s a chance to meet new people, strengthen connections, and celebrate the joy of speaking French outside of formal spaces.
SCREENINGS
These screenings create opportunities for audiences to discover diverse perspectives and engage in meaningful conversations about language, identity, and community.
Featured Documentary:
Our American Dream: A French‑Canadian Journey
This powerful film focuses on the experiences of French‑Canadian families who migrated to Detroit and New England. It sheds light on their contributions, challenges, and enduring cultural legacy, offering audiences a deeper understanding of the Francophone presence in American history.
TALKS AND PANEL DISCUSSIONS
We create spaces where Detroit’s Francophone communities can speak for themselves. We give voices to local people to share their stories and perspectives on a wide range of topics. These conversations highlight the richness and diversity of our local francophonie and strengthen connections across the city.
CONFERENCES
Our conferences—held online or in person—offer opportunities to explore specific themes related to the Francophone world in greater depth. We also participate in language‑education conferences to share our experience and provide teachers with concrete ideas for connecting their classrooms to the local vibrant Francophone community.
OPÉRATION SÉDUCTION
This annual study day gathers teachers of French at all levels to share best practices, resources, and inspiration. By fostering collaboration among educators, we strengthen the future of French language learning in Michigan.
Did you say 'Francophonie'?
La 'Francophonie' refers to the French-speaking world. There are 321 millions French speakers around the globe.
But it’s more than just language. La Francophonie includes communities where French is spoken natively, officially, or holds deep cultural and historical significance. It spans continents, identities, and lived experiences. At Bonjour Détroit, we honor this diversity and welcome everyone: fluent speakers, curious learners, heritage speakers reconnecting with their roots, and those who’ve encountered French through family, travel, or education. The Francophone world is vast—and there’s room for you in it.
Yes, you are part of it!
Bonjour Détroit is for everyone drawn to the French language and Francophone cultures—whether you speak French daily, are just starting to learn, once knew it and want to reconnect, or simply feel curious. We welcome heritage speakers, newcomers, and those rediscovering forgotten roots. If you’ve ever felt a spark of interest in French, there’s a place for you here.
Are you a parent? A teacher? A learner? An individual trying to connect with the Francophonie, we have a program for you! (And if we don’t, yet, we’ll listen to you and build it.)