GIA Longevity is the first global, cross sectoral partnership addressing the ageing and longevity ecosystem.
Our mission is to design a new society that empowers everyone to thrive throughout their longer lives.
We do this by driving awareness of ageing and longevity and igniting aligned action towards a world built for longevity.
Working together with UN agencies, business leaders, Governments and society we are shaping a world where every person is included, respected, valued and cared for throughout their lifespan.
Our vision
THE CURRENT PICTURE
Percent of people globally hold ageist attitudes
Ageism leads to poorer health, social isolation, and economic costs
Percent share of U.S. adults with obesity. Health habits shaped throughout lifespan
Obesity can shorten lifespan by as much as 14 years
Percent of older workers have seen / experienced age discrimination at work
Working in later life associated with positive health outcomes, reducing economic burden on society
1 in 4
adults report feeling very or fairly lonely
Social isolation and loneliness affects mental and physical health, reduces quality of life
6.3 M
cases of depression globally are estimated to be attributable to ageism
Ageism is associated with decreased quality of life and premature death
43-55%
of correct answers to finance-related questions (43% Gen Z, 48% Millennials, 55% Baby Boomers)
Lack of financial literacy has significant impact on financial security over the lifespan
20 & 59
ages when those employed experience peak age discrimination
Both younger and older workers not feeling valued, being subject to negative age stereotypes
11+M
unpaid caregivers
Caregiving crisis with 11+ million unpaid caregivers providing 18B hours of care
$63B
excess healthcare costs due to ageism
Ageism predictors: age discrimination negative age stereotypes, and self-perceptions of ageing
THE FUTURE BY 2050
2x the number of aged 60+
= 2.1 Billion citizens
3x the number of aged 80+
= 426 Million citizens
economic opportunity
$96 T in purchasing power older adults are projected to hold by 2050, wealthiest age cohort in the world
untapped potential
$10 T global GDP boost by 2030 by employing older adults who want to work but are currently unable
THE SOLUTION
The longer life expectancy presents a unique opportunity to improve and innovate the way we run society
Spanning key societal issues including health and well-being, inclusion, respect, financial stability, research, education and participation
Calling for a critical re-evaluation on how we approach and accommodate ageing and longevity across the life span; from 0 to 100+ years
This can only happen through a coordinated and innovative cross sectoral Strategy
Some of GIA´s Longevity Partners & Collaborators
News & Events
Emirates NBD has partnered with GIA Longevity to develop a webinar on Women Empowerment: ¨Innovative Pathways to Entrepreneurship and Business success¨
Emirates NBD has partnered with GIA Longevity to develop a webinar on Women Empowerment: ¨Innovative Pathways to Entrepreneurship and Business success¨
On December 11, 2024, Emirates NBD and GIA Longevity, are hosting an insightful webinar and workshop titled "Innovative Pathways to Entrepreneurship and Business Success." This online workshop is part of the Women Development Programme and focuses on inspiring and empowering women entrepreneurs. Featuring insights from renowned speakers Caroline Casey, co-founder of TheValuable500, and Nafees Akbarali, an expert in governance, finance, [...]
GIA Longevity has partnered with Modern Elder Academy in their online courses of ¨Reframing retirement ¨
GIA Longevity has partnered with Modern Elder Academy in their online courses of ¨Reframing retirement ¨
The Modern Elder Academy (MEA) offers a transformative five-day program called "Reframing Retirement," designed to empower individuals at a crossroads in their professional or personal lives. With an incredible faculty lineup, the program helps participants discover their inner strength, gain clarity, and create a meaningful next chapter of their lives. Highlights of the Program: Visionary Faculty: Industry leaders and experts, [...]
Virtual Roundtable: Mainstreaming Knowledge on Ageing – “The Protection and Participation of Older Persons in Times of Peace and War”
Virtual Roundtable: Mainstreaming Knowledge on Ageing – “The Protection and Participation of Older Persons in Times of Peace and War”
Last November 21, 2024, as part of the 3rd year of the Virtual Roundtable Series "Mainstreaming Knowledge on Ageing," the Global Initiative on Ageing (GIA) concluded its 2024 series with the fifth and final event focused on "The Protection and Participation of Older Persons in Times of Peace and War." This session aimed to foster a deeper understanding of the [...]
