About IFLC

IFLC Australia

International Festival of Language and Culture (IFLC) is an annual celebration that showcases the diversity of linguistic talents from across the globe, with the sole vision of uniting nations of the world through universal human values and promoting inclusiveness. It is the living embodiment of respect, harmony and peace that can be achieved with the universal language of art, dance and music — colours of the world.

The celebration promotes cultural and linguistic diversity and the values of universal peace, love and friendship through the medium of song and dance.

IFLC started in 2003 in Turkey with students from 17 countries. In 2015, 160 countries took part in events across the world with more than 2,000 participants. Since 2015, the IFLC franchise has also been held in Australia. This event provides participating students with great opportunities to present aspects of their language and culture to other students from around the world and to local audiences in host countries. Lifelong friendships are gained, with bridges formed to cross the promoted Islands of Peace.

The IFLC is currently held in more than 20 different countries and attracts more than 2,000 participants from more than 145 countries. The colourful showcase of culture and language through the medium of performing arts creates a positive synergy on and off stage, promoting long-lasting friendships between participants and instilling goodwill partnerships for future projects.

In 2019, the global IFLC franchise celebrated its 17th year and it was the 5th IFLC in Australia.

Australian venues

The IFLC Australia has been staged in several iconic venues, including the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre in 2015 and 2017, in which it attracted more than 5,000 people, and the Sydney Opera House in 2016 and 2018 with more than 2,300 people attending. Dignitaries have included the Governor-General of Australia Sir Peter Cosgrove and Governor of NSW Sir David Hurley.

With more than 280 students from 40 different countries having performed so far, IFLC promises to cement Australia’s position as the premier country to host the IFLC and, in doing so, embrace and celebrate inclusiveness and diversity.

Since the first IFLC in Melbourne in 2015, IFLC has been hosted by the very talented TV personality George Donikian. The IFLC Melbourne programs in 2015 and 2017 and the IFLC Sydney programs in 2016 and 2018 were nationally broadcast on SBS One.

IFLC Opening Address by Governor-General of Australia Sir Peter Cosgrove, Sydney Opera House, 2016.

IFLC International

International Festival of Language and Culture (IFLC) is the largest and most prominent organisation for promoting world languages and cultures. It is dedicated to cultivate and educate the youth and create a platform to share their cultural heritage with their peers around the world.

IFLC is an annual celebration that showcases the diversity of linguistic talents from across the globe, with the sole vision of uniting nations of the world through universal human values and also promoting inclusiveness. It is the living embodiment of respect, harmony and peace that can be achieved with the universal language of art, dance and music.

The celebration promotes cultural and linguistic diversity and the values of universal peace, love and friendship through the medium of song and dance. IFLC started in 2003 in Turkey with students from 17 countries. In 2015, 160 countries took part in events across the world with more than 2,000 participants. We are trying to promote research, learning, and information exchanges in support of peace, friendship, and understanding. Students engage with visitors and the local community through social, cultural and educational activities, building strong ties and lasting friendships and raising hopes for world peace.

It is our mission to rise on the wings of art and music and promote peace, love, and cultural encounters throughout the world with a vision of uniting nations of the world under universal values.

What world leaders say about IFLC

Over the years, IFLC has been honoured by messages and attendance from presidents, prime ministers, governors-general, ministers and community leaders across the globe. Their presence reflects the festival’s unique ability to bring people together across cultures and borders.