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Table of Contents About ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

The International Federation of Ageing (IFA) ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

International Federation of Ageing 14th Global Conference .............................................................................................................................................................. 1

Toronto and Ryerson University .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Who attends IFA conferences? ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2

Program Framework ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Combating Ageism ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Toward Healthy Ageing ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3

Enabling Functional Ability ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Addressing Inequalities ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Bursary Program ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Summary of Key Sponsorship Opportunities ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Premium Sponsors ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Contributor Sponsors ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Food and Beverage Sponsors ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Sponsorship Benefits.7

Other Sponsorship Opportunities ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Promotional Material Sponsors ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Contact Information ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Towards a Decade of Healthy Ageing-From Evidence to Action"

International Federation on Ageing 14th Global Conference 1

About The International Federation of Ageing (IFA)

The International Federation on Ageing is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) with a membership base comprising government, NGOs, academics, industry and individuals in 70 countries. The IFA began operations in 1973, at a time when the social and economic impact of population ageing was only just beginning to be understood by governments around the world.

The IFA has General Consultative Status at the United Nations (UN) and its agencies and is in formal relations with the World Health Organization (WHO). The IFA has been involved in: drafting key initiatives such as the UN Principles for Older Persons; is an active organization in the drive toward older people being recognised in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); and has a strong voice in the dialogue on how best to legally protect the rights of older people globally.

The IFA is a registered charity in Canada, with an international Board of Directors democratically elected by its members, and led by the IFA President Mr Bjarne Hastrup, founder and Chief Executive Officer DaneAge.

International Federation of Ageing 14th Global Conference

Towards a Decade of Healthy Ageing From Evidence to Action is the catch cry for the IFAs 2018 Global Conference. Four main themes: Combating Ageism, Toward Healthy Ageing, Enabling Functional Ability, and Addressing Inequalities are the foundation blocks that connect the sub-themes into a cohesive, proactive framework for intersectoral and interdisciplinary dialogue.

The WHO defines healthy ageing as the process of developing and maintaining functional ability that enables well-being in older age (2015)1. This new narrative requires transformational systemic actions that enable older people to do what they value. The conference is aligned with the WHO World Report on Ageing and Health (2015)1 and the two goals of the WHO Global Strategy and Action Plan (GSAP) (2016)2 namely evidence-based action to maximize functional ability that reaches every person; and establishing evidence and partnerships necessary to support a Decade of Healthy Ageing from 2020 to 2030.

1 World Health Organization, 2015. World report on ageing and health. Accessed 16

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2 World Health Organization, 2016. Global strategy and action plan on ageing and health. Accessed 16th August 2016 goo.gl/8OYM4E

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Toronto and Ryerson University

The IFA has called Toronto home for the past decade. Toronto is the largest city in Canada and is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Over 140 languages and dialects are spoken in Toronto and over half of Torontos population was born outside of Canada3. Toronto is a hub of art, business, culture and finance and provides a unique opportunity for our delegates to experience the breadth and depth of the lifecourse around the world in a single place.

There are several festivals in Toronto at the same time as the conference. One of these festivals is the 25th year of Taste of the Danforth in Greektown which showcases Greek food and culture and attracts as many as 1.6 million people; making it one of Canadas largest street festivals.

Ryerson University is a leader in innovative, career-focused education with a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship. The IFA is very proud to be convening its 14th Global Conference in the urban setting of Ryerson in the heart of Toronto. Its mission is to serve societal need and its commitment to engaging the community is complementary to the goals of this global conference.

Who attends IFA conferences?

Expected Conference Delegates by Region Expected Conference Delegates by Sector

3 City of Toronto, 2016. Toronto Facts, Diversity. Accessed 16

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Program Framework Towards a Decade of Healthy Ageing From Evidence to Action

Combating Ageism Ageism and age discrimination can take many forms, including prejudicial attitudes, discriminatory practices, or institutional policies and practices that perpetuate stereotypical beliefs. This socially ingrained phenomenon must be combatted rather than become a self-fulfilling prophecy through the promotion of stereotypes of social isolation, physical and cognitive decline, lack of physical activity and economic burden.

Discrimination against individuals based on their age has serious consequences for older people. Negative stereotypes often become engrai