The Alliance Française network in the U.S. includes many small chapters, some of which have been in existence for decades and others that just recently formed. Some do not have teaching programs and others have recently opened classes for the first time. These small or emerging chapters have specific challenges in common. Virtually all undertake or participate in cultural and linguistic activities (book clubs, conversation groups, etc.) and all face administrative issues common to all small nonprofits. At this workshop, panelists from two small chapters in New Haven, CT and DuPage county, IL will lead a discussion among workshop participants regarding the activities and opportunities open to these chapters.

(Subject to minor changes and adjustments.)