"L'Union Fait la Force"
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About Us
Le Conseil de la Francosphère (CFR), sometimes shortened to The Francosphère (French: La Francosphère), known in English as The Francosphère Council, is an international organization representing countries and regions where French is a lingua franca or customary language, where a significant proportion of the population are francophones (French speakers), or where there is a notable affiliation with French culture. The term "Francosphère", or "francosphere" (often capitalized in English) refers to the global community of French-speaking peoples, comprising a network of private and public organizations promoting universal ties among countries where French people or France played a significant historical role, culturally, militarily, or politically.
The organization, based in New Montreal, Nouveau Quebecois, comprises 22 member states and governments; of these, 15 states are full members, 7 are associate states or observers, and 1 is suspended or barred from the organization. The anthem of the organization is Le Chant à Sainte Jeanne d'Arc, an ode to an internationally recognized French Heroine, empowered woman, and embodiment of French heritage. The motto of the organization, "L'Union Fait la Force", roughly translates as "In Unity is Strength", a call to all nations of The Francosphère Council for unity behind the banner of French culture. The organization was founded on the 25th of December, 1995, on the eve of the establishment of its capital, Nouveau Quebecois. Notable leaders of the organization include Founder Cédric Lésage of Nouveau Quebecois and Consul Louis Barrande of Nouvelle-Floride.
Criteria for Joining
In order to qualify for full membership, states must meet the following basic criteria, including but not limited to:Nations unable to fulfil the criteria can apply for observer or associate status below.
- The applicant state must have a sizeable identifying French population.
- The applicant state must have notable affliation with French culture, heritage, or tradition.
- The applicant state must have "French" or some legal variant of "French" as a customary language, first language, official language, or educated language (the language is taught in education).
- If Criteria III cannot be met, exceptions will be evaluated.
- The applicant state must demonstrate some form of respect for human rights, and the rights of the French people.
- There is no restriction on the form of government the applicant state establishes, however, if the applicant state proves to oppress, restrict, or be the enemy of the French People, they risk suspension and banishment.
- The applicant state cannot be in an openly declared State of War with another member nation or the applicant state risks demotion to Associate State.
- The specific applicant for the applicant state must be a legally recognized representative of that state at the time of application.
- Basic criteria for the applicant state is fluid, and is subject to change at any time.
State Application
Nations can apply to join The Francosphère Council by either visiting and completing the on-site forum here, or by completing the forum listed below. Applying states are asked to not deviate from the provided format if possible.
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[b][u]The Francosphère Council - State Application[/u][/b]
[spoiler= Application ][box][u]Short Answer Questions[/u]
[b]Official Nation Name:[/b]
[b]Informal Nation Name(s):[/b]
[b]National Capital City:[/b]
[b]Applying For: (Full Membership/Associate/Observer) [/b]
[b]Applying Delegate(s):[/b]
[b]National Population:[/b]
[b]Identifiable French Population:[/b]
[b]Prominent / Official Religion(s):[/b]
[u]Long Answer Questions[/u]
[b]In your own words, what style of government does your country utilize:[/b]
[b]In 1 - 4 sentences, describe your nation's history or current affiliation with France or French Culture:[/b]
[b]In 1 - 3 sentences, identify what laws or policies are in or planned to go into effect that embolden your French population:[/b]
[b]In 1 - 3 sentences, explain why your nation should be a full member/associate of The Francosphère Council:[/b]
[b]Where did you hear about us?:[/b] (Forum/Dispatch/Word of Mouth/Etc...)
[b]Is there any other information that staff at The Francosphère Council should be aware of?:[/b][/box][/spoiler]
Learn More
Nations interested in learning more about The Francosphère Council can visit the official website here. Within it includes the organization's stated mission, a list of member states, applications to join the organization, as well as a Frequently-Asked-Questions tab.
