A society for all ages is one where older and younger generations live in harmony together. For this reason, HelpAge International promotes initiatives that bring together older and younger people to work on activities that encourage cross-generational bonding, and address issues affecting them and their community.
Learning from older and younger generations
This guide, produced in collaboration with Restless Development and partners, captures key principles and practical steps to inspire effective intergenerational action. The learning is drawn from initiatives where two or more generations have come together for mutual benefit and to promote greater communication, understanding, and respect.
Older and younger people in Moldova are working together to build intergenerational social connections and improve their digital skills.
The guide gathers 10 case studies that offer learning about what it’s possible to achieve by bringing generations together for change.
It looks at the wider experience of organisations that use an intergenerational approach in their work to address challenges common to different age groups.
It also highlights gaps in knowledge and analysis that give rise to new questions.
We hope the guide, case studies, and resources provide useful practical insights into intergenerational approaches.