Global Conference
For over 50 years, the IFA Global Conference on Ageing has brought together leaders from across sectors and regions to shape policy, share innovation and strengthen collaboration on ageing.
From global policy milestones to cross-sector dialogues, the conference has evolved alongside the world’s response to population ageing – helping to advance healthier, more inclusive societies.
Highlights from IFA’s 17th Global Conference on Ageing in Cape Town, South Africa
In September 2025, over 500 leaders from 63 countries came together in Cape Town. Across high-level side events, plenary discussions, roundtables and paper presentations, policymakers, researchers, practitioners and advocates advanced solutions across health, care systems, technology, rights, and age-friendly environments, catalyzing and reinforcing global collaboration and action.
The International Federation on Ageing is preparing for the next IFA Global Conference on Ageing. Further details will be announced soon.
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