STRATEGIC PLAN

In June 2002 the committee adopted a strategic plan, which set out the following aims for the committee:

• To promote high quality evidence based practice in therapeutic intervention to ensure that people with arthritis and rheumatism in Europe receive the best possible care

• To promote the unique role of health professionals within the rheumatology multidisciplinary team, including clinicians and people with arthritis and rheumatism

• To support health professionals working in the field of rheumatology and their organisations and networks in Europe

• To facilitate the sharing of information, skills, and resources between health professionals in Europe.

• To give a voice to health professionals in rheumatology in Europe through a strong, representative, and effective committee.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

Since July 2002, the committee …