EPALE - Electronic Platform for Adult Learning in Europe

Senior citizens should have access to the educational, cultural, and civic resources of society. They need to be able to fully participate in societal life and be active, autonomous, and healthy as they age.

The lifelong learning needs of older learners should be a priority for education providers who need to develop high quality and specific training programmes. At the same time, intergenerational learning can contribute to social cohesion by promoting cooperation between different generations.

Our online discussion on 28 October 2020 will include:

• What adult education policies and initiatives can support social inclusion of older learners?
• Has there been more attention to their situation in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic?
• What target groups have you been working with, and what would be your recommendations to ensure that adults continue to play an active role in society as they age? 

Comments will be open on 19 October so participants can introduce themselves and post their comments in advance.