Mission
We promote the development of Portugal, the Portuguese and the Portuguese-descendant communities through cooperation with the United States of America.
We are a bridge between the two countries, focusing on Science, Education, Culture and Transatlantic Relations.
FLAD hosts debate on the future of NATO
Luso-American Community
This is a space open to the community, where we make known the Luso-descendants and their incredible work in promoting Portugal. Join Us!
FLAD Opportunities
On this page you’ll find all the FLAD scholarships, grants, awards and competitions in our four main areas of action – Science and Technology, Education, Art and Culture and Transatlantic Relations.
Contemporary Art Collection
Get to know the works that are part of FLAD’s Contemporary Art collection on our digital platform.
Study in Portugal
Do you know the Study in Portugal Network? Every year we help hundreds of American students join Portuguese universities and to get acquainted with our culture.
Study in Portugal
Do you know the Study in Portugal Network? Every year we help hundreds of American students join Portuguese universities and to get acquainted with our culture.
Outsiders - American Independent Cinema
The Outsiders – American Independent Film Cycle comes to Cinema Trindade in Porto for the first time from March 19 to 22, featuring a selection of 7 films by American independent filmmakers with a notable presence at some of the world’s most prestigious film festivals.
Open Applications: FLAD Drawing Award 2026
Applications for the FLAD Drawing Award 2026 are open between April 6 and May…
FLAD News
FLAD Translation Program 2026: Applications until May 31
Publishers seeking financial support for translation costs of Portuguese works into English, and works in English into Portuguese can apply for this program.
R&D@USA 2027: Supporting research in the US
Grants for research internships in the USA designed for master's students, doctoral students, and junior researchers from Portuguese institutions.
FLAD hosts debate on the future of NATO
Experts and decision-makers gathered at FLAD highlighted the importance of NATO's adaptation to a changing world, stressing that the relevance of the Alliance will depend on its ability to respond to new global challenges.
