Organisation internationale de la Francophonie

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/organisation-internationale-de-la-francophonie

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1. What is the total membership count?93 member states and governments
2. What is the categorization of membership?56 full members, 5 associate members, 32 observers
3. What is the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF)?The OIF is a club of countries that share a love for the French language and culture. It helps them talk to each other, learn together, and work on peace and good ways to grow.
4. Where is the OIF located and when was it created?The OIF was started in 1970 and its main office is in Paris, France. It was made to bring French-speaking countries together.

Multilateral Institution: An organization composed of three or more nations working together on common issues.
Geopolitical Objectives: Goals related to a country's or organization's influence and relationships on the world stage.
Sustainable Development: Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.