The European Anti Poverty Network (EAPN) was established in 1990 as an independent network of NGOs
committed to the fight against poverty and social exclusion. The focus of EAPN activities is on the fight
against poverty and social exclusion within the EU Member States.

EAPN has been a key actor in the Social Open Method of Coordination (Social OMC) representing grass-roots civil society actors and people experiencing poverty involved in anti-poverty platforms at national, regional and local levels. It has lobbied for and engaged with the Social OMC and for the mainstreaming of social concerns in all relevant policy fields.

Currently receiving financial support from the European Commission through PROGRESS, EAPN counts on
a membership of 25 National Networks and 22 European Organizations, engaged actively in the work of
EAPN through thematic working groups. (See www.eapn.eu for more information).