The Platform
The Platform
Objective: This side event aims to highlight how gender inequality, ageism, and discrimination faced by women across the life course undermine sustainable development, and to spotlight the vital role that older women play in achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. By focusing on gender responsive, rights based, and life course approaches to ageing, it will underscore connections with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well Being), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG17 (Partnerships). The event will explore how addressing gender and age discrimination can drive more inclusive economic growth, stronger care and social protection systems, and intergenerational solidarity — catalyzing gender equality and resilience across all generations.
MoreThe International Longevity Centre of Canada and HelpAge Canada, invite you to an impactful gathering at the High-Level Political Forum 2025. This session will explore how ageism and sexism intersect to shape older women’s experiences and highlight their vital leadership and resilience.
MoreAnyone, anywhere, can be lonely or socially isolated. But in the last decade, science has transformed our understanding of how important social connection is for our health and well-being. The WHO Commission on Social Connection (2024–2026) was set up to see the issue recognised and resourced as a global public health priority. The Commission has now published their flagship report. Learn more about how we can harness the #PowerOfConnection together to transform communities and societies across the globe.
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