The International Federation on Ageing fondly known as “IFA” is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) whose members are government, NGOs, academia, industry, and individuals in nearly 80 countries.
IFA stands to drive the agenda for the world’s population ageing. We are proud to have general consultative status at the United Nations and be a non-State actor in official relations with the World Health Organization. IFA is a global point of connection and experts and expertise through meaningful engagement of multi stakeholders across sectors and disciplines.
History
IFA began its operations in 1973 at a time when population ageing and its social and economic consequences of population ageing were only just beginning to be realized by certain governments. Its origins lie in the organization of AARP who in the early 1970s sought to find a useful role it could play internationally.
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Highlights from one of our sessions at the #IFACONF2025, where distinguished delegates came together to examine ageing and public health challenges.
Discussions focused on policy, evidence, and the rising global burden of #NCDs among older adults, as well as the vital role of…
🎙️ Sponsored Symposium Highlight
Today at Day 1 of #IFACONF2025, the Symposium on Sensory Health, proudly sponsored by Cochlear, explored the vital connection between vision, hearing, and brain health as we age. 🧠👂👁
This insightful session brought together experts across…
The #IFACONF2025 Feature Focus Symposiums opened with powerful conversations on some of the most pressing issues in ageing:
-The Symposium on Sensory Health, sponsored by Cochlear, explored the links between vision, hearing and brain health as we age and key agendas that will…
🌟 Highlights from this morning at the #IFACONF2025 🌟
This morning’s sessions at #IFACONF2025 brought critical insights and inspiring conversations shaping the future of ageing -
- Nana Araba Apt Memorial Lecture
Prof. Monica Ferreira offered powerful reflections, while Prof.…
🎉 The 17th IFA Global Conference on Ageing has officially begun!
The IFA kicked off Day 1 of the 17th Global Conference on Ageing with an exciting Opening Ceremony, setting the stage for a week of fresh ideas, powerful dialogue, and meaningful action.
The keynote address…
An incredible start to #IFACONF2025! 🎉 Our Discovery Day engagement tours kicked off the conference with culture, stories, and innovation in vibrant Cape Town. 🌍✨
💬 What was your favorite Discovery Day moment? Share below!
#DiscoveryDay #CapeTown #AgeingTogether…
