Global solidarity is built together
No single organization can answer demographic change alone. WAO seeks cooperation with the multilateral system, academia, the professions and civil society.
Institutions we seek to work with
United Nations
Alignment with the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021–2030) and the Sustainable Development Goals.
World Health Organization
Cooperation on healthy ageing frameworks, age-friendly cities and long-term care guidance.
UNESCO
Lifelong learning, intergenerational education and cultural participation of older persons.
International Labour Organization
Productive ageing, extended working lives and social protection for older workers.
OECD
Evidence and policy analysis on the silver economy and demographic change.
Universities & Research Institutes
Joint research programs, data sharing and the World Ageing Research Network.
Professional Associations
Standards, training and certification in geriatrics, gerontology and care professions.
International NGOs
Field programs, humanitarian response and the protection of older persons in crises.
Cooperation grounded in science, dignity and mutual respect.
Evidence First
Joint work is anchored in gerontology, geriatrics and public health research.
Shared Ownership
Programs are co-designed with partners and with older persons themselves.
Global to Local
International frameworks are translated into national policies and community action.
Propose a partnership
Institutions interested in cooperation with WAO are invited to contact the secretariat.
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