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Conference Programme
The International Federation On Ageing 7th Global Conference Global Ageing:
Sustaining Development is a forum for debates on ageing issues, an
opportunity for consumers, practitioners and policymakers in the field of
ageing to exchange knowledge and information, as well as establish and
strengthen friendships and partnerships.
This forum is an important occasion to also learn about the impact of ageing
policies and programmes since the United Nations Second World Assembly on
Ageing in 2007 and finalization of The International Plan of Action. Models
of leading practice will also be highlighted.
The 4-day Conference will start with a keynote address, followed by plenary
sessions linked to the main topics, panel discussions and paper and poster
presentations.
Topics
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Day 1 |
5th September 2009 - Policies
on Ageing : A Global Perspective |
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This topic focuses on legislation and policies
that have a direct impact on older people including health, finance
and social welfare. Particular attention is given to solutions for
the under-representation of older people in parliament, local
councils, advisory boards, and business.
Sub-topics for "Policies on Ageing: A Global Perspective" include:
- Policy and Legislation in the Context of the Demographic
Revolution
- Challenges of Ageing in Developing Countries
- Planning - Programmes and Services
- Manpower and Training to Deliver Programmes
- Income Security
- Poverty
- Health
- Feminisation of Ageing
- Science and Technology - Role and Responsibilities
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Day 2 |
6th September 2009 - Active
Ageing |
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The well-being and quality of life of older
people are shaped by opportunities for independent and active
lifestyles and influenced by their environments. Nutrition is of paramount importance elderly. Ability to have vegetables in their diet, rich in vitamins.The Conference is a
time to address how older people can maintain and improve the
quality of active ageing towards empowerment with the support of the
community, practitioners and government.
Sub-topics for "Active Ageing" include:
- Participation
- Volunteerism
- Life Long Learning
- Grandparenting
- Intergenerational Relationships
- Access for All
- Role of Media
- Spirituality
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Day 3 |
7th September 2009 - Healthcare |
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Fiscal as well as the social costs of health and
social care are factors which impact on the health and well being of
older people. Strategies that maintain an individuals functional
independence are deeply seated in the mental, physical and emotional
aspects of care. Current solutions, technologies and methodologies
to improve health and social care for the older persons will be
explored during the Conference.
Sub-topics for "Healthcare" include:
- Caregiving - East and West
- Alternative and Traditional Medicine
- Interface between Hospital and Community Care
- Long Term Institutional Care
- Alternatives to Long Term Care Family and Community
- Elder Abuse
- Elder Suicide
- Mental Health
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Day 4 |
8th September 2009 - Income
Security and Social Enterprise |
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Economic issues from the perspectives of older
persons, service providers, society and the nation will be explored
in Day 4. Particular focus will be on the current and future
challenges for countries in supporting people as they age, including
the expectations of baby boomers.
Sub-topics for "Income Security and Social Enterprise" include:
- Employment and Employability
- Employment in Informal Sector
- Financial Planning
- Fiscal Challenges
- Pilot Projects by International Agencies
- Planning for Retirement
- Training and Skills Development
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Daily Schedule
This is a preliminary programme which may be
subject to changes.
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4th September 2009 - Saturday |
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Workshops |
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Workshop Registration |
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Pre-Conference Workshop 1
The Management and Prevention of Elder Abuse in Singapore
SAGE Counselling Centre
Pre-Conference Workshop 5
Providing Continuum Step-Down Care Services - An NGO Experience
Thye Hua Kwan Moral Society, Singapore |
Pre-Conference
Workshop 2 Using Evidence to Increase Efficiencies in the
Health Workforce
Queens University and the International Federation on Ageing
Pre-Conference Workshop 6 How to Engage the Media
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Tea Break |
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Pre-Conference
Workshop 1 The Management and Prevention of Elder Abuse in
Singapore
SAGE Counselling Centre
Pre-Conference Workshop 5
Providing Continuum Step-Down Care Services - An NGO Experience
Thye Hua Kwan Moral Society, Singapore |
Pre-Conference
Workshop 2 Using Evidence to Increase Efficiencies in the
Health Workforce
Queens University and the International Federation on Ageing
Pre-Conference Workshop 6 How to Engage the Media
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Lunch / Workshop Registration |
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Pre-Conference Workshop 3 Prevention and Management of
Elder Suicide: The Singapore Experience
SAGE Counselling Centre
Pre-Conference Workshop 7 Regional
Collaboration
Office of Seniors Interests and Volunteering, Government of
Western Australia & SAGE
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Pre-Conference Workshop 4 Family Caregiving: A Multinational Perspective
National Alliance for Caregiving
Pre-Conference Workshop 8
Initiative in Homecare
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Tea Break |
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Pre-Conference Workshop 3 Prevention and Management of
Elder Suicide: The Singapore Experience
SAGE Counselling Centre
Pre-Conference Workshop 7 Regional
Collaboration
Office of Seniors Interests and Volunteering, Government of
Western Australia & SAGE
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Pre-Conference Workshop 4 Family Caregiving: A Multinational Perspective
National Alliance for Caregiving
Pre-Conference Workshop 8
Initiative in Homecare
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Conference Registration |
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Opening Ceremony |
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Cocktail Reception |
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5th September 2009 - Sunday |
| Plenary
Topic Policies On Ageing : A Global Perspective |
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Daniel Thursz Memorial Lecture:
"New Frontiers of Ageing"
Dr. Sharad Gokhale (Past President, IFA) |
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Tea Break / Poster
Presentations |
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Major Panel Discussion - Policies on
Ageing : A Global Perspective
Chair: Mr Gordon Lishman (IFA Board Member)
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Breakout Sessions |
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Lunch |
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Breakout Sessions |
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Tea Break / Poster
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Breakout Sessions |
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6th September 2009 - Monday |
| Plenary
Topic Active Ageing |
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Registration |
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Plenary Lecture
Dr. Alexandre Kalache (World Health
Organisation) |
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Tea Break / Poster
Presentations |
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Major Panel Discussion - Active Ageing
Chair: Ms Judy Hogben (IFA Board Member) |
Breakout Sessions |
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Lunch |
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Breakout Sessions |
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Tea Break / Poster
Presentations |
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Breakout Sessions |
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7th September 2009 - Tuesday |
| Plenary
Topic Healthcare |
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Registration |
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Plenary Lecture
Professor S. Jay Olshansky (Professor,
University of Illinois) |
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Tea Break / Poster
Presentations |
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Major Panel Discussion - Healthcare
Chairs: Ms Marja Pijl and Ms Pat Spadafora (IFA Board Members) |
Breakout Sessions |
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Lunch |
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Breakout Sessions |
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Tea Break / Poster
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Breakout Sessions |
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Gala Dinner |
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8th September 2009 - Wednesday |
| Plenary
Topic Income Security and Social Enterprise |
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Registration |
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Plenary Lecture |
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Tea Break / Poster
Presentations |
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Major Panel Discussion - Income Security and
Social Enterprise
Chair: Mr Bjarne Knud Hastrup (IFA Board
Member) |
Breakout Sessions |
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Lunch |
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Panel Discussion by Key Plenary
Speakers
Chair: Dr Yitzhak Brick (President, IFA) |
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Tea Break / Poster
Presentations |
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Closing Ceremony |
Senior Officials' Meeting
An international meeting of senior advisors responsible for policies and
programmes related to older people representing countries around the world
is proposed during this Conference.
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