Current Edition Articles & Blogs | AARP International Journal

Achieving Equitable Healthy Aging in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: The Aging Readiness & Competitiveness Report 4.0

By: Zul Merali and Olivera Nesic-Taylor
August 31, 2023

Another unique aspect of aging in Africa is that the current Sub-Saharan population is remarkably young and is projected to remain so over the next few decades. Given the numerous needs of Africa’s children and youth, it is not surprising that issues of the older population receive limited attention.

Colorful Gray: We All Deserve to Live Life to Its Fullest

By: Maciej J. Kucharczyk
August 31, 2023

Our vision encompasses an inclusive society based on well-being for all; solidarity between generations; and full entitlement to enjoy life, participate in, and contribute to society.

Embracing the Opportunities of Demographic Change

By: Dubravka Šuica
August 31, 2023

Providing flexible retirement policies and paths toward a gradual end of career can help avoid one of the biggest sources of brain drain: losing our most experienced and knowledgeable workers.

Ensuring Support for Caregivers and Families

By: Lisa Paus
August 31, 2023

However, caregivers are often overburdened, which can have negative mental, social, and educational impacts. Pausentaste helps young caregivers to take a break, reflect, accept support, and talk about their
situation — anonymously.

From the CEO: Keys to Healthy Longevity

By: Jo Ann Jenkins
August 31, 2023

As global aging transforms economies around the world, the growth opportunity is AgeTech — that is, technological innovation across all sectors in developing products and services that help people live better as they age.

From the Editor-in-Chief: The Journal, 2023 Edition

By: Peter Rundlet
August 31, 2023

This edition was crafted to respond to the unique times we are in. The global megatrend of population aging is increasingly highlighted in the nightly news, rising in the popular consciousness.

Healthy Aging and Well-Being at Work: Opportunities for Action

By: Vivek H. Murthy
August 31, 2023

Organizations can create structured time for social gatherings and initiatives to foster sharing of diverse lived experiences and for peer support and mentoring by older workers.

Long-term Care in Europe: A New Start?

By: Philippe Seidel Leroy
August 31, 2023

Reports of participative care homes, going as far as having residents take part in job interviews for new staff, have emerged as well. These show that the change we are calling for is achievable, desirable, and — not the least important argument — fundable.

Older Women's Challenges Through a Latin American Lens

By: María del Carmen Squeff
August 31, 2023

The intersection of age and gender results in older women experiencing multiple and intersecting forms of discrimination and inequalities throughout their lifetime.

Population Aging is the New Global Reality; Planning for it is an Imperative

By: Diene Keita
August 31, 2023

It is important to recognize that active and healthy aging does not magically start at age 60 but is the result of how we lived throughout life. Countries must not only expand and improve geriatric care but must also pay greater attention to lifelong health.

Explore

The Collection

Recent Editions View All Editions

Blog List