The Finnish Anti-TB Association and its activities are presented to discuss the functions and role of voluntary TB associations. The primary goals of the Finnish Association are:1) improved TB programme, 2) integration of TB programme into public health services and, 3) greater co-operation with the IUAT. The operational approaches to achieving the goals include information and co-operation, for instance, in amending TB legislation, practical work directed towards patients and scientific activity. The various anti-TB activities of the Association conducted with the State Medical Board such as the BCG programme, radiophotographic programme and other independent activities of the Association are described.