Associació Celíacs de Catalunya

Support for people affected by gluten

Associació Celíacs de Catalunya is a nonprofit founded in 1977 and granted public-benefit status in 1982. It describes itself as Spain's first organization created to defend the interests of people with celiac disease. The association estimates that 574,173 people in Catalonia and Menorca have a condition related to gluten intake and says more than 6,000 families are members.

Services and activities

• A free consultation for people recently diagnosed with celiac disease.
• An informational food list and resources on labeling and cross-contamination.
• A directory of medical specialists and a guide to more than 500 accredited gluten-free establishments.
• A restaurant program that accredits locations offering gluten-free options.
• School programs and training for health care professionals.
• Partnerships, research promotion, and public awareness activities.
• Member benefits and discounts, along with volunteer, donation, and bequest options.

Certifications and food guide

The association manages the Crossed Grain trademark for certifying gluten-free products and publishes a food guide. It also accredits restaurants as suitable for people with celiac disease.

Publications and online presence

The association maintains a news and press blog, publishes a magazine, and is on Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Its website carries the Accredited Medical Website seal from the Barcelona College of Physicians.

Contact

Address: 257 C/ Independència, ground floor, Barcelona 08026. Phone: 93 412 17 89. Email: info@celiacscatalunya.org.