GIA Longevity welcomes the historic adoption of Advisory Opinion No. 31/2025 by the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, in response to a request from the Republic of Argentina. For the first time, an international tribunal has been consulted on the content and scope of the right to care, addressing the right to care, to be cared for, and to self-care, […]

GIA Longevity is honoured to share a new article by our President, Ambassador Luis Gallegos, addressing one of the most critical demographic transformations of our time: the transition into the era of depopulation. In this thought-provoking reflection, Ambassador Gallegos highlights how the sharp decline in birth rates and global population ageing are reshaping traditional systems of health, education, production, and […]

GIA Longevity is pleased to share a new thought piece by Jonathan J. Kaufman, member of the GIA Longevity Advisory Board, which highlights why Disability Pride must be central to reimagining the Longevity Economy in an ageing world. In this compelling article, Kaufman challenges us to recognise that ageing and disability are deeply connected forces shaping how we live, work […]

GIA Longevity proudly welcomes the adoption of the Seville Commitment, the outcome document of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) held in Seville from 30 June to 3 July 2025. This milestone agreement provides a renewed global roadmap for mobilising the resources needed to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, with a strong focus on people-centred, […]

GIA Longevity proudly acknowledges the successful conclusion of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), held in Seville, Spain, from 30 June to 3 July 2025. The conference, hosted by the Government of Spain and the United Nations, brought together more than 70 heads of state and government, multilateral banks, civil society, and the private sector to address […]

GIA Longevity is honored to share the recent letter from United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres addressed to our President, Ambassador Luis Gallegos, acknowledging his exceptional service as Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) over the past six years. In this heartfelt letter, the Secretary-General highlights Ambassador Gallegos’ instrumental role in […]

At a time when building consensus is increasingly difficult, Ambassador Luis Gallegos, President of GIA Longevity, shares a powerful reflection on the dangers of polarization as a dominant political ideology. At GIA Longevity, we believe in the urgent need to strengthen democracy through dialogue, mutual understanding, and cooperation among diverse actors. Polarization not only obstructs democratic progress—it fractures the very […]

GIA Longevity celebrates the bold global call to action on brain health launched at the recent G7 Canada Brain Economy Summit in Calgary. The Davos Alzheimer’s Collaborative (DAC), a leading force in global brain health, played a key role in the unveiling of the Canada Brain Economy Declaration—a strategic framework urging G7 nations to place brain health at the core […]

Published on June 11, 2025 — By Jonathan J. Kaufman, GIA Longevity Advisory Board In a world that often prioritizes speed, youth, and innovation, a quiet revolution is taking place—led by older adults. In his latest article, “The Creative Age: How Older Adults Are Redefining Culture, Connection, and the Global Economy,” Jonathan J. Kaufman explores how the elderly are not […]

As we age, getting around can become more challenging—and too often, our cities and technologies are not designed with older adults in mind. To address this, Uber has introduced “Senior Accounts” and “Simple Mode”, two new features aimed at making transportation simpler, safer, and more accessible for older adults. With larger text, easy navigation, saved destinations, flexible payments, and ride […]

UNITAR is the acronym for the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, whose mission is to develop the individual, institutional, and organizational capacities of the Member States of the United Nations through high-quality learning solutions. These solutions include products and services designed to enhance decision-making and support effective action to address contemporary global challenges. My first encounter with UNITAR […]

Our President, Ambassador Luis Gallegos Chiriboga, is entering a new chapter in his distinguished career, stepping down as Chair of the Board of UNITAR (United Nations Institute for Training and Research) after nearly six years of impactful leadership. Under his presidency (2019–2025), UNITAR provided training to 2.3 million people across all continents 🌍 and expanded its global network to 33 […]

By Jonathan J. Kaufman It begins quietly, almost imperceptibly. A slower rise from bed, a hesitation on the stairs, the creeping edge of a screen reader’s voice adjusting to tired eyes. Or maybe it starts with the echo of a childhood diagnosis, the long choreography of adaptation that becomes second nature. In both cases, we are initiated into experiences that, […]

GIA Longevity is proud to support this important initiative aimed at promoting digital inclusion and mobility for seniors. Uber has launched a simplified app interface tailored for older users, featuring larger buttons, easier navigation, and support for caregivers or family members to manage rides. In Europe, the company is also introducing: • “Uberomats”: physical kiosks in train stations and hospitals […]

Download the PDF Malaga, 29.04.2025 – As societies age and urban landscapes evolve, a growing crisis threatens the well-being, dignity, and independence of millions of older adults worldwide. Social isolation, mobility challenges, and safety concerns are systemic issues that, if left unaddressed, will drive up healthcare costs, deepen social inequality, and weaken community resilience. To tackle these pressing challenges, GIA […]

A Historic Milestone: The UN Human Rights Council Moves Towards a Legally Binding Instrument for the Rights of Older Persons On April 3, the United Nations Human Rights Council achieved a historic breakthrough in the protection of the rights of older persons by adopting Resolution A/HRC/58/L.24/Rev.1. This resolution establishes an Open-ended Intergovernmental Working Group, tasked with drafting a legally binding […]

Global Initiative on Ageing (GIA) Partners with Junoverse to Address Demographic Shift Challenges. The Global Initiative on Ageing (GIA) is pleased to announce its partnership with Junoverse, a leading company addressing the challenges brought about by the shifting demographics. GIA is committed to addressing ageing issues from various perspectives, recognising the multifaceted nature of the challenges faced by populations worldwide. […]

GIA and UNITAR are proud to support Fintech for Ageing and Longevity course, the course that bridges Fintech and trends for ageing and longevity. A unique course to course to help Fintech entrepreneurs, financial institutions, financial regulators, policy makers and other players recognize the value of Fintech solutions as a driver of sustainable engagement with aging customers, thus improving financial […]

On 29th July Ambassador Luis Gallegos/ GIA Foundation President signed MOU with Chip Conley/Founder and CEO  of Modern Elder Academy (MEA) to provide a cooperation framework to implement activities in the field of Ageing. Modern Elder Academy (MEA) (https://www.modernelderacademy.com/ ) is a social venture committed to socio-economic diversity, with the mission to build a community of inspired and empowered mid-lifers […]

????Today, June 15, we celebrate World Old Age Abuse awareness day. It is an official date of the UN with the aim of raising awareness and denouncing the mistreatment, abuse and suffering to which many elderly people in different parts of the world are subjected. ✅It is an opportunity to reflect and define effective actions for the protection and promotion [...]

The population is aging around the world faster than ever. This demographic transition will affect all aspects of society. The world has united around the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: all countries have pledged to leave no one behind #ODS #envejecimiento #población

Today marks the European Day of Solidarity and Cooperation between Generations. It was created in 2009 by the European Platform for Older Persons and European Youth Forum to give visibility to the importance and need for solidarity between different generations. Today more than ever, words like solidarity and cooperation make sense, two words full of history, present and future, and with which [...]

The Global Initiative on Ageing (GIA) is a new project conceived by a group of civic leaders, including Cifal Malaga and the Ayuntamiento de Málaga, in coordination with different institutions and projects of the United Nations, which has as part of its objectives to develop capacities around the world in issues related to aging. If you want to know more about the project, [...]

These days we are doing a great job to publicize the GIA Foundation, since our president, Ambassador Luis Gallegos, is participating in the General Assembly in the XII Session of the Working Group on Aging, representing the Global Initiative on Ageing. #envejecimiento #poblacion #asamblea

To support countries to develop or strengthen their long-term care systems and services, WHO has released a new Framework for countries to achieve an integrated continuum of long-term care. The framework was developed in consistency with the existing strategy. #ageing #frameworks #strategy

Did you know that there are already more people over the age of 65 than children under the age of 5? The world population is undergoing important changes and that should lead us to change many aspects of public policies. Together we must do it. #envejecimiento #desafio #poblacion

Age cannot be a reason for expulsion from the exercise of full citizenship. Older women must not overcome a double barrier of gender and age. Age should be the opportunity for older women to conquer the spaces that have been denied them #Womensday #gender #opportunity

The Global Initiative on Ageing (GIA) is a project conceived by a group of civic leaders from Malaga – including Malaga City Council and CIFAL Málaga – that aims to coordinate with different institutions and proposals of the United Nations in order to mitigate the generation gap and develop capacities around the world on issues related to ageing. Among these [...]