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Under the High Patronage
of the First Lady
Active participation of older people in the democratic life of Europe
The vision of AGES..!
From a democracy that is formally open, but exclusive in practice...
...to a democracy where every generation has an active, recognized, and meaningful role.
From your voice to political change
Your experience today is the first step of a journey that reaches Brussels, through 4 consultation countries (Italy, Spain, Cyprus, France) and a pan-European consultation and research.
National consultations
630+ participants
Citizens' dialogue
4 consultation countries
Policy documents
5 policy documents
17 Countries covered
(online and research)
Democracy needs every voice … AT EVERY AGE
What is the AGES project?
A European project that enhances the participation of older people in democratic life, bringing older people themselves, civil society organizations, and policymakers to the same table.
Who it concerns
Older citizens · civil society organizations (NGOs) · policymakers
What it aims to achieve
To ensure the voice of older people is heard and matters in decision-making – at a local and European level.
The context
A European project with 5 partners, co-funded by the European Union.
Why it matters
Today, the participation of older people in democratic life remains low, not due to a lack of interest, but because of barriers they encounter in their daily lives.
The barriers today
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Digital divide
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Age discrimination
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Gender inequalities
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Few opportunities for participation