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Longer Lives Are Becoming the Norm. Are We Ready?

IFA’s 2026–2029 Strategy for Healthy Ageing and Longevity

IFA’s 2026–2029 Strategy for Healthy Ageing and Longevity

The world is ageing rapidly. The question is no longer if societies will adapt, but how. Learn how we are driving action across sectors, policies, and systems to shape a future where longer lives are a foundation for resilience, equity, and growth.

By 2050, 1 in 6 people will be be aged 60 and over. Yet most systems were not designed for longer lives.

IFA works closely with United Nations and World Health Organization to drive global agendas

5 decades of global leadership connecting governments, civil society, academic and provide industry on ageing and longevity

Four Levers of Lasting Transformation

IFA operates at the intersection of policy, practice and partnership, shaping the enabling conditions for societies to adapt to longer lives.

We Catalyse Partnerships

We connect across sectors and regions to align priorities and accelerate action.

We Convene for Impact

We bring together decision-makers and experts to surface solutions.

We Mobilise Knowledge

We curate data, evidence and emerging trends to inform advocacy and real-world implementation.

We Drive Policy Change

We influence global and national agendas to advancing longevity-ready policies through coordinated advocacy.

Our Areas of Work

Rights & Dignity

Advancing a global rights-based framework that ensures all people can age with dignity, autonomy, and equity.

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Health & Care

Transforming health and care systems to deliver integrated, person- and relationally-centred  support across the life course.

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Age-Friendly Environments

Designing inclusive physical and social environments that enable healthy longevity, participation, and wellbeing.

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Financing & Longevity Economy

Unlocking the economic potential of longer lives while reducing inequality and enabling sustainable investments.

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Climate Resilience

Connecting healthy longevity with planetary health, environmental sustainability, and climate-resilient communities.

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Digital Transformation

Harnessing digital innovation, AI, and emerging technologies to build inclusive, ethical, and longevity-ready societies.

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Get Involved

Join us in shaping a world where older adults can live healthy, empowered, and dignified lives. Whether you’re an individual, organization, or partner, there are many ways to engage with the IFA—support our advocacy, collaborate on projects, or become part of our global network.

Together, we can make a meaningful difference for ageing populations worldwide.

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