The European Muslim League was founded and registered in Italy as an NGO on 10 May 2010, with the aim of presenting Islam in its original form, as a religion of peace and respect for all humanity and to avoid any clashes between religions.
On 04 January 2012 it was registered in the Transparency Register of European Union with access to European Parliament. On 06 December 2012, EML gained the Consultative Status at the United Nations’ Economic or Social Council.
Since 2016 the EML has been recognised by The Council of Europe as an expert in the prevention of radicalisation.