Launch of the Age-Friendly AcademyShowcasing Strathclyde's Commitment to Positive Ageing
Tuesday, 2nd May 2017, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Registration from 12:30 pmPlease join us for the formal launch of Strathclyde’s Age-Friendly Academy, showcasing our commitment to research and learning opportunities relating to older adults. The event will be opened by the Principal and Vice Chancellor, Professor Sir Jim McDonald.
As part of the launch, a series of short-talks will be presented which will aim to capture the extensive range of work we do and that of other organisations on embracing demographic change and positive ageing. Confirmed speakers include:
- Brian Sloan - Managing Director, Age Scotland Commercial Enterprises
- Dr Louise Brown - University of Strathclyde, School of Psychology
- Dr Marie Boyd - University of Strathclyde, Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- The Age Friendly University - Dublin City University
The event will close with a reception to celebrate our research and learners, giving delegates the opportunity to network and get involved in the Academy’s activities.
Registration and lunch will be available from 12.30pm.
Who should attend?
Anyone interested in the learning needs, societal impact or employability of those aged 50+ including:
- Older learners.
- Employers or those with human resources responsibilities.
- Healthcare providers.
- Ageing-related charity employees.
- Local council & public sector employees.
- Scottish Government representatives and policy makers.
- Representatives from research funding bodies.
- Academics with an interest in ageing.
Benefits of attending
- Find out about ongoing projects, areas of research and explore opportunities to get involved with the Age-friendly Academy as an individual or organisation.
- Meet other individuals and organisations interested in positive ageing.
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