Rapidly and surely our world of 7 billion people is growing older. In less than 10 years, more than one billion people will be 60 or older.
Population ageing, which results from lower fertility and longer survival, is actually a triumph of development. Yet it also presents many challenges.
This unprecedented trend calls for a rethinking of how much older persons can contribute back to society.
Everyone has an opportunity and a responsibility to make a world of 7 billion a better place for all of us. We are collecting stories of individuals making a difference in their communities – and globally. Stories that can inspire others to take action. To date, 1,386 people have shared their stories.
i am a young leader who believe really in changing our world…
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my name is chris im 13 and im happy to be alive and to live…
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I was born and brought up in Manipur whic is faced with vari…
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"I have spent the last 7 years in Asia and Latin America, tr…
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Dr. Emma Violand-Sánchez uses education as a vehicle for pr…
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Life, I wonder will it put me under? I am so interested, so…
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I am responsible for the organization of events, meetings an…
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At present I’m senior in Electrical Engineering at Nationa…
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A new report, "Ageing in the 21st Century," offers a vision to unlock the potential of ageing populations.
Every year on August 19th, World Humanitarian Day recognizes those who face danger and adversity to help others. There are so many simple ways you can make a difference in your community. Help create a global message that’s so loud it can’t be ignored. Sign up today and tell the world I WAS HERE!
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