Established 1995 in Graz, Austria as a Council of Europe institution, the ECML
focuses on bridging the gap between language policy theory and classroom
learning practice. This unique intergovernmental centre offers concrete approaches to issues and challenges facing Europe’s multicultural societies in a
period of unparalleled change and mobility.

Values and vision

The ECML, guided by its 34 member states*, is committed to the Council of
Europe’s policy of fostering linguistic and cultural diversity as a means of
promoting intercultural dialogue, democratic citizenship and human rights.
Welldeveloped plurilingual and intercultural competences help to prevent
conflicts and ensure cohesion in society. Thus, the stakes are high for the
ECML in its role of promoting excellence in language education.

Mission

The ECML seeks to make a positive difference to the language education
profession by:

• promoting innovative approaches;
• advancing the quality of teaching and learning languages;
• supporting the implementation of language education policies
• fostering dialogue between language education practitioners and decision
  makers.

http://www.ecml.at