Culture. Connection. Commerce.

Culture

Louisiana's people, music, cuisine and traditions share deep roots with Africa and the African diaspora. The Exchange begins with that shared heritage.

Connection

French is a shared language between Louisiana and much of Africa. Louisiana's French and Creole heritage, carried forward through its Cajun and Creole communities and through CODOFIL, links the state to the Francophone nations of Africa and the diaspora. The Exchange uses that common language to bring Louisiana's leaders together with their counterparts across the Francophone world.

Commerce

Participants identify mutual priorities in energy, agriculture, trade, investment, education, tourism and the creative sector, and work to turn them into partnerships and business.