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Uniting and empowering coeliac societies in Europe and beyond. 

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Thank you from all our heart
  • 25th June 2024
  • 1 min read

Thank you to all who participated in the Coeliac Day Virtual Run! Together 305 participants from north to south and east to west collected €2,430 to support coeliacs in Ukraine.

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3rd Call for papers on Coeliac Disease
  • 18th June 2024
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The Association of European Coeliac Societies (AOECS) is pleased to announce its third call for scientific papers on research and innovations concerning coeliac disease. Approved abstracts will be showcased as scientific posters at the AOECS Annual Conference in Madrid, taking place from November 14 to 17, 2024.

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AOECS Commemorate Coeliac Awareness Day at the Senate of the Italian Republic
  • 14th May 2024
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AOECS and AIC at the Senate of the Italian Republic on May 14th will spotlight Coeliac Awareness Day. Led by Senator Elena Murelli, this event amplifies the voices of those affected by coeliac disease, advocating for crucial awareness and support.

What we do

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Firstly, we care. 

We strive for the best possible safety, availability and consistent labelling of foods and products suitable for people intolerant to gluten.

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The resources you need.

We coordinate the exchange of information related coeliac disease, encouraging skill and knowledge sharing, particularly among new and developing Coeliac Societies.

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Supporting our members

We represent our members at an international level, particularly with respect to European legislation, policy development and fostering multi-national research projects.

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Gluten Free Certification

The Crossed Grain Trademark is widely recognised as a source of trust and reassurance that a product is safe to eat. Our Europe wide licensing system means that one trademark license gives producers and retailers the right to use the Crossed Grain Trademark on their gluten free sales in over 30 European countries.

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About coeliac disease

1 in 100 people are estimated to suffer from coeliac disease in Europe. Applying that ratio, it can be assumed that more than 7 million people are affected by coeliac disease across Europe, with only approximately 25% of those actually receiving a diagnosis. Coeliac disease can present with a wide range of mild to very severe symptoms with the only treatment being a strict daily gluten free diet.

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Curious about what coeliac disease is? Watch this short film that explains the facts.

The film was created as a part of the international collaboration Focus IN CD.