2025 Joint Conference
The Global Ageing Network and LeadingAge are uniting for one joint conference, bringing 7,000 aging services leaders and global professionals from more than 20 countries to to Boston, MA. This event will feature inspiring keynotes, a global ageing summit, 150+ interactive workshops, and hundreds of unique networking opportunities. Join the Global Aging Network for our Summit on 1 November 2025!
Summit Schedule
At a Glance:
Friday, 31 October 2025 | The Global Ageing Network Aged Care Site Tour
Saturday, 1 November 2025 | Global Ageing Network Summit
Sunday – Wednesday, 2-5 November 2025 | Global Ageing Network & LeadingAge Annual Meeting
Saturday, 1 November 2025
Global Ageing Network Summit (9 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST)
The Global Ageing Network Summit is a dynamic, day-long program dedicated to exploring innovation in ageing services. Held on Saturday, 1 November 2025, this event will feature a keynote address by Joseph Coughlin, founder and director of the MIT AgeLab, along with insights from other leading experts diving into transformative ideas shaping the future of our field.
- Separate cost ($150 USD/per person)
- Lunch included
Friday, 31 October 2025
The Global Ageing Network Aged Care Site Tour (9 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST)
Sign up for guided visits to two aging services organizations in the Boston area. Discover innovative care models, explore cutting-edge programs, and gain valuable insights to enhance your organization. Participants will be able to interact with providers and witness aged care sites in real-time. Lunch will be provided.
- Separate cost ($125 USD/per person)
- Lunch included
- Limited availability: 40 people
Sunday – Wednesday, 2-5 November 2025
Global Ageing Network/LeadingAge Annual Meeting (9 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST)
View full conference schedule here.
The conference will conclude on 5 November at 12 p.m. US EST.
2025 Summit Highlights Include:
🎤 Opening Address by Vic Rayner (UK), setting the stage for a forward-thinking dialogue.
🤖 Keynote Presentation by Joe Coughlin of MIT (US) on “Innovating to Support the Longevity Economy” — a must-see exploration of the powerful intersection of ageing and innovation.
🧑🏽💻 Technology & Care Integration Panel featuring Valerie Larochelle (Canada) and David Lindeman (UC Berkeley, US), examining the role of technology and systems thinking in care models.
🤝🏻 Networking Lunch with remarks from Murry Mercier/PCC (Canada) and opportunities to engage with global peers.
📣 Public Policy & Advocacy Panel with expert perspectives from Jiri Horecky (Czech Republic), Joseph Musgrave (Ireland), and Tom Symondson (Australia).
♲ Sustainability & Community Access Panel, spotlighting innovative community care models with Emi Kiyota (Singapore) and others.
‼️ Keynote by Janice Chia (Ageing Asia) on “Disruption & Opportunity” in the global ageing space.
🪞 Wrap-up and Reflections by Vic Rayner to close a day of transformative dialogue.
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