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Deadline for applications: 1st of September A call for projects is launched by the permanent Secretariat for the Pacific, to support projects with the "Fund for economic, social and cultural cooperation for the Pacific ", or "Fonds Pacifique". The selected projects will contribute to the regional insertion of the French communities: New Caledonia, French Polynesia and islands Wallis and Futuna. Projects submitted for this call by Australian partners shall be submitted to

14 July 2022 at 2pm at Food Lore Kitchen North Terrace, adjacent Morphett Street Bridge, Adelaide SA 5000 Join the AFRAN community for the first session of our South Australia Café scientifique series with a conversation around: The meaning and history behind Bastille day A conversation led by Emeritus Prof John West-Sooby with a focus on the role of science and scientists in the Revolution. Free registration - Sweets will be provided! RSVP by email to Maxime.Francois@csiro.a

Online from Thursday 14 July At Fed Square on Saturday 16 July (10am - 6pm) and on Sunday 17 July (10am - 5pm) The annual Bastille Day French Festival brings together the French-Australian community to celebrate the French National Day. Transforming Melbourne, in person and online, the annual Bastille Day French Festival makes its much awaited return this July. Our festival will showcase all that is magnifique about French culture; lose yourself in the French Winter Market,

The Australian Institute of Machine Learning has launched an innovative program of artistic creation based on artificial intelligence. They are looking for a specialist capable of directing the project on the engineering side but with a strong artistic sensitivity in order to be able to collaborate with a high level artist in the musical field. This opportunity is open to international researchers. More information

On the 9th of May was held the Metrology for Water Systems webinar to share knowledge and experience between France and Australia. For those who were unable to attend, a video of the lecture has been put online on the H2O’Lyon website and Youtube Channel via this link.

Dear AFRAN members, We are organising an AFRAN update online event to discuss with you AFRAN activities and strategy for 2022-2027. Join us to have a better knowledge of your association's strategy, and to share your views on what can be the Australia-France research and innovation opportunities. Program French Embassy strategic update (3 min) - Mr Boris Toucas, head of Science, Education and Culture at the Embassy of France in Australia Launch of AFRAN Strategic Planning 202

The Pacific-Australia Youth Association recently held their webinar, ‘Youth Perspectives from Tahiti (French Polynesia)’, on Monday 13 June 2022 at 4pm AEST via Zoom. Tourism is a vital industry for the prosperity of the Pacific. The effects of the pandemic have been felt in French Polynesia, impacting the local economy and community. After this period, what does the future hold for Tahiti? Four inspiring young people shared their thoughts and vision. Attracting nearly 40 reg

Hybrid Event Where: Powerhouse in Sydney & Online When: 17th August 2022 Join us for a discussion with top female researchers, engineers and astronauts, followed by a cocktail and a film screening on Marie Curie! RSVP to attend this event in person Unable to attend in person? Connect to the live streaming of the panel Supporting gender equity and equal career opportunities for all in science is a commitment Australia and France have stated in their joint Roadmap for innovat

Context The Australian-French Association for Research and Innovation aims at significantly supporting the development of research and innovation collaborations between France and Australia through a set of activities that raise awareness on areas of mutual interest in France and Australia. The Association plays an active role in running events and communication initiatives to support a growing community of members, as well as facilitating bi-national dialogue on research and

Date: Sunday 12 June 2022 (Papeete) / Monday 13 June 2022 (Paris/Canberra) Time: 20:00 (Papeete), 8:00 (Paris + 1 day), 16:00 (Canberra + 1 day) Format: Question and answer panel on Zoom Tourism is a vital industry for the prosperity of the Pacific. The effects of the pandemic were felt in French Polynesia, impacting the local economy and community. What does the future hold for Tahiti after this period? Listen to four young people share their thoughts and vision. This p