ECL provides a unique platform as the only non-profit, pan-European umbrella organisation with the mission of uniting, at the European level, national and regional cancer leagues to achieve a cancer-free Europe.

Active since 1980 and located in Brussels, ECL currently has 29 members from 24 countries in the European Region, covering 21 EU member states.

ECL’s members are cancer charities operating across the whole portfolio - from cancer research and awareness to patient support during and after diagnosis.

Cancer leagues are often the main resource for the public for cancer control information and services.

ECL’s mission is to influence and improve cancer control and cancer care in Europe.

This is done by providing a forum and voice for experienced charities and supporting new entrants facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing, primarily in the areas of cancer prevention, tobacco control, access to medicines and patient support, as well as creating opportunities to advocate for these issues at the EU level.

ECL also collaborates with global and European institutions, other NGOs and research ;