International Francophonie Day (French: Journée internationale de la Francophonie) is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states every March 20 to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 369 million French speakers on Earth.  Read more..

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Every year, on March 20, the International Francophonie Day is celebrated around the world, in French-speaking countries but also in those where French language is less widespread. This date refers to the birth, on March 20, 1970 in Niamey, of the Agency for Cultural and Technical Cooperation, which was to become the International Organization of La Francophonie. In 2021, the theme of this day was "Francophone Women, Resilient Women", in tribute to all the women of the 88 states and governments of the Francophonie, who are struggling on a daily basis, especially during this health crisis. Moldova became a member of the International Organization of La Francophonie in 1996.. Read more..