This year, in commemoration of the International Day of Older Persons (1 October), the theme “The future we want: what older persons are saying” has been chosen to draw attention to the efforts of older persons, civil society organisations, United Nations organizations and Member States to place the issue of ageing on the international development agenda.

Join the Global Survey for a Better World!

Take the opportunity of celebrating this International Day of Older Persons by voting on what is most important for you and your family. Join the global vote and register your priorities.

To learn more go to: www.myworld2015.org

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Celebrating the international day of older persons? Planning a special activity? We want to know! Email your activities, stories and recommendations to the United Nations Focal Point on Ageing at the Email dspd-ageing@un.org

2013 International Day of Older Persons Background Note