15th Global Conference on Ageing "Rights Matter":
Pre-conference event
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As part of the 15th Global Conference on Ageing "Rights Matter", the IFA, together with international partners will be hosting a pre-conference event with two Master Classes and three high-level Summits.
Experts in the field of ageing will be conducting six-hour Master Classes on the following themes:
The three high-level Summits will be focused on the following themes:
This pre-conference event will be held on 9 November 2021 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, one day prior the conference. For more information visit: www.ifa2021.ngo
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The IFA is actively monitoring the COVID-19 and related travel and health advisories. At this time, the 15th Global Conference on Ageing “Rights Matter” 2021 continues to be an in-person and virtual event as planned. |
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Pen Pal Program for Seniors
With the goal of helping older adults relieve feelings of isolation and loneliness while socially isolating during the COVID-19 pandemic, New York Foundation for Senior Citizens, the only non-profit, non-sectarian organization serving New York City’s seniors in all five boroughs, has instituted a ‘Pen Pal’ Program.
It’s based on the time-honored ‘Pen Pal’ tradition in many countries where two people get to know each other and become ‘pals’ by writing letters, or emails, to each other. By sharing news and events in their daily lives, they feel less alone and isolated. It can even connect people to their home countries and towns.
The program was launched by connecting seniors the Foundation serves in New York City with those served by a social service agency on the Isle of Sheppey off the southeast coast of England. These U.S. and British seniors have been matched and, with the help of staff in their respective organizations, they are writing to their ‘pals’ via email.
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens would like to expand the program to other countries for participants ages 60 and above.
The Foundation has staff who are fluent in a number of languages and teenage volunteers who translate Mandarin and Cantonese into English, and vice versa, so with China, as well as many other countries, language is not a problem.
If you or your organization are interested in participating in the program, please contact Linda Hoffman, President & CEO of New York Foundation for Senior Citizens, at [email protected] or by phone, text or WhatsApp at 917-554-5030. You can also visit www.nyfsc.org.
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Call for Input: IFA Project ECHO
Adult Vaccination Mentorship Program
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IFA is proud to announce the first ever Project ECHO Adult Vaccination mentorship program! This multi-session learning cycle will help improve skills to educate, promote and talk about adult immunisation, through the lens of prevention, access and equity, with the end goal of improving adult vaccination uptake rates.
This safe environment creates the opportunity to share knowledge and be part of an online learning community through guided practice, peer learning and collaborative problem solving. The program seeks to build the capacity and capability of patient and ageing organisations as champions of adult immunisation.
IFA is interested in understanding which topics would best respond to gaps in knowledge and practice in your organisation, needed to prioritise adult vaccination. IFA welcomes you to participate in a short survey on proposed session topics.
To express interest in the program, register here or for more information, please contact Ms. Katrina Bouzanis, Project Officer ([email protected]).
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New York City Mayor Invests $58 Million for
Community Care Plan for Older Adults
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Mayor Bill de Blasio of New York City announced a $58 million investment in a Community Care Plan that will benefit older adults with 25 additional Older Adult Centers (OACs) that were formerly called “Senior Centers”, and Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs). The plan addresses the importance of creating a network of services that support the independence, self-reliance, well-being, and security that New York City older adults expect in order to live safely at home in their communities. It will also attempt to engage more older adults in requesting and receiving services designated for older adult city residents. The investment in Community Care will enable the continuum of health care and nutrition services, provide a safety net and community network that will allow older New Yorkers to continue living with family and friends, in their own homes and communities and will help alleviate some of the problems associated with mental health and isolation.
The five year Community Care Plan will be implemented by the Mayor’s Office for Health & Human Services, the Department for the Aging of New York City, and the Aging Committee of the New York City Council. One of their first tasks will be to issue a Request For Proposals (RFP) for Older Adult Centers and NORCs.
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Homecare Hub's Older Not Invisible Initiative
In response to the increased apathy towards older adults' health and wellbeing in society, Homecare Hub is thrilled to announce their partnership with the IFA on an intergenerational campaign to decrease barriers to ageing with dignity: Older Not ...
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IFA Global Café
IFA invites you to attend the Global Café. In Conversation with , Mr Suresh Rajan, President of Ethnic Communities Council of Western Australia (ECCWA), which will be held on May 14th, at 7:00am EST.
This Global Café features expert will lead a discussion around the Social Justice, Racial Harmony and the Contributions of Older People.
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IFAA Manifesto
The Immunisation for All Ages (IFAA) initiative is working to combat inequity and improve access to immunisation to help promote health throughout life, to preserve function and to help prevent death and disability. To achieve this, efforts in support of a life course approach to immunisation must be strengthened through strategic alignment with international health agendas.
The IFAA calls upon 3 courses of action for national and international health and advocacy organisations and governments:
- Prioritise immunisation throughout life as a key pillar of expanded prevention strategies and a central component of universal health coverage.
- Remove barriers to access for appropriate immunisation throughout life to ensure all people are protected and no one is left behind.
- Reduce inequities in timely, appropriate, and affordable access to immunisation throughout life.
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Vision Health and Healthy Ageing |
IFA Vision Health Month Statement
May is Vision Health Month, and the IFA is committed to advancing the rights of older people by influencing policy towards making integrated people-centred eye care (IPCEC) a reality, which is integral to universal health coverage.
The IFA’s Vision Health Portfolio, which consists of the DR Barometer and the EyeSeeYou programs, focuses on addressing gaps and exploring the latest trends in treatment and outcomes related to diabetes-related vision complications and age-related macular degeneration.
The Portfolio’s Statement is now available here.
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How are you planning on attending the IFA's 15th Global Conference on Ageing?
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Which of the IFA's 15th Global Conference on Ageing themes most interest you?
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Age-Friendly Cities and Communities
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Older people and pandemics
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Each week the IFA highlights experts on a variety of relevant topics in spotlight articles. Here are some of the latest: |
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Vaccines4Life's Global Shared Calendar
Vaccine4Life’s Global Shared Calendar is intended to connect people, organizations, government and industry interested in improving the uptake rates of adult vaccination through knowledge exchange and mobilization of events of all kinds
(podcasts, webinars, dialogues), key global agendas (e.g. Immunisation Agenda 2030, UN Decade on Healthy Ageing).
Be part of this global community and share events and campaigns related to adult vaccination by clicking ‘submit an event’:
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IFA Vaccine Safety for Older Adults | 60 Second Fact Check
IFAs ‘Vaccine Safety for Older Adults | 60 Second Fact Check Videos’ campaign aims to increase awareness of the safety and effectiveness of vaccines, reduce vaccine hesitancy, improve equity, and build trust within some of the most at risk populations.
Public health experts, thought leaders and global influencers within the field of adult immunization and ageing share their perspective in order to strengthen and expand accurate, reliable and meaningful information on the proven success of vaccines that protect older persons and those with chronic conditions against life altering diseases.
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Meet the Newest Members of the IFA's Team |
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Katrina Bouzanis
Katrina Bouzanis joined the IFA in February of 2021. In her role as Project Officer, Katrina works on the IFA’s Vaccines4Life portfolio.
Katrina received her undergraduate degree in Microbiology and Immunology, while specializing in virology research. Following her undergraduate degree, Katrina pursued her MSc. in Global Health and became passionate about tackling global health challenges.
Outside of work, Katrina is a life-long traveller and learner and loves exploring the world.
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Zaineb Chouhdry
Zaineb Chouhdry joined the IFA team in 2021. As a project officer, she is currently leading a project on adult pertussis vaccinations.
Zaineb grew up in Mississauga, but has lived in London, Ontario for her undergraduate and master’s studies. Zaineb is a passionate, enthusiastic, and determined individual who is excited to learn from her work at IFA.
In her free time, Zaineb enjoys spending time with her family and her pet parrot. She also loves travelling, hiking, and reading.
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IFA Expert Centre
Did you know that the IFA has a “virtual expert centre,” that features thought leaders and special experts in policy, research and practice in fields associated with population ageing. This platform is an opportunity for agencies and people in the field of ageing to use experts as a source for growth and also to connect more strongly with one another.
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