At GIA Longevity, we join the commemoration of this day with a dual message: recognition and commitment.
Recognition of the over one billion older persons living around the world today, whose experience, wisdom, and resilience add invaluable contributions to our societies.
And commitment to building a world where ageing is synonymous with dignity, inclusion, and rights.
That is why we stand in support of the process underway to establish an International Convention on the Rights of Older Persons, a binding treaty launched by the United Nations in 2025, which will:
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Explicitly recognize and protect the rights of older persons.
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Establish clear accountability mechanisms for governments and institutions.
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Promote an intergenerational vision that understands longevity as an opportunity, not a burden.
Because it is not only about adding years to life, but about adding rights to years.
At GIA Longevity, we will continue to drive research, partnerships, and public policies that make longevity a pillar of equity and justice.
We invite all stakeholders — governments, businesses, academia, and civil society — to join this historic journey.
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