Lung cancer advocacy across Europe

About Lung Cancer Europe

Lung Cancer Europe is the voice of people living with lung cancer and their families at European level. We provide a platform for lung cancer advocacy organisations and networks across Europe, and we support the creation of national lung cancer organisations in countries where none yet exist.

Our Mission

Lung Cancer Europe is the voice of Europeans affected by or at risk of lung cancer. We collaborate with stakeholders to destigmatise the disease and to help everyone achieve the best possible outcomes. We empower our members to deliver strong and effective lung cancer advocacy across Europe.

Our Vision

All Europeans affected by or at risk of lung cancer will have access to optimal care, so they can achieve the best possible outcomes and quality of life.

Our Community

  • We give priority to the needs and interests of people affected by lung cancer

  • We are passionate about working together to drive the changes needed to improve lung cancer outcomes and destigmatise the disease

  • Our solidarity creates a strong community committed to helping each other achieve our shared goals

  • We seek to be as representative as possible of the lung cancer community across Europe

Our Organisation

  • We act ethically and with integrity

  • We work professionally so we are efficient and impactful

  • We show respect to our stakeholders, inside and outside the organisation

  • We are accountable for everything we do

Our Purpose

  • Strengthen the voice of people affected by lung cancer across Europe

  • Address shared problems by mobilising and leading collective action by our members

  • Amplify the community's voice by working with everyone who has the power to improve the lives of people affected by lung cancer

Our Priorities

  • Increase access to early and accurate diagnosis across Europe

  • Improve equity of access to optimal lung cancer treatment and care across Europe

  • Strengthen the voice of the lung cancer community in Europe

  • Destigmatise the disease by changing the narrative around lung cancer

  • Grow a strong and sustainable organisation

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