The IFA began operations in 1973, at a time when organizations around the world were only beginning to understand population ageing trends. AARP was instrumental in founding the IFA, and the two organizations have enjoyed a strong relationship ever since.
The IFA has a long established and wide-ranging network of member organizations around the world. The network extends to over 75 countries covering every region. Together these organizations represent over 80 million older people.
Support for older people is becoming an increasing priority issue in the developing world and this will only continue as the proportion of older people increases in the future. Globally, the number of persons aged 60 and above is expected to more than double by 2015 and more than triple by 2100 (3.2 billion). Sixty-six percent (66%) of the increase will occur in Asia, 13% in Africa and 11% in Latin America and the Caribbean.
18 November 2019 Perth, Australia – The International Federation on Ageing (IFA) is excited to announce that Dr Jane Barratt, IFA Secretary General is providing the opening keynote address – Innovate: International perspectives on age friendly at the 4th Age Friendly...
Press Release: IFA Launches Report Identifying Barriers to Adult Influenza Vaccination in Canada 26 November 2019 Toronto, ON – Vaccination against influenza is critical to the health and functional ability of Canadian seniors as well as people with chronic disease,...
World Blind Union Statement on World Cities Day – 31 October 2019 The World Blind Union (WBU) is observing World Cities Day on Thursday 31 October 2019 as designated by the UN. The Day is expected to promote the international community’s interest in global...
2019 Immunisation for All Ages Summit June 5-6, 2019 – Washington D.C. Executive Summary “Prioritisation of Prevention,” the theme of the 2019 Immunisation for All Ages Summit, grounded the gathering in a solid understanding of the current global...
Fill in the gaps: Don’t let flu break your patient’s heart Press Release The International Federation on Ageing highlights importance of flu awareness to at-risk groups Toronto, Ontario – September 29, 2019: Today, on World Heart Day, the International...
29th Anniversary Celebration of International Day of Older Persons at the United Nations “THE JOURNEY TO AGE EQUALITY” 10th October 2019 10 am-1 pm United Nations ECOSOC Chamber The United Nations International Day of Older Persons aims to enshrine and...