Workshop “Embracing the Diversity of Healthy Aging and Longevity”

The 6th HEALTHY LONGEVITY INNOVATION DAYS focusing on “Rethinking Healthy Aging and Longevity” took place at the University of Zurich in June 2026. Dr. Burcu Demiray and her team conducted a 3-hour interactive workshop on “Embracing the Diversity of Healthy Aging and Fighting Ageism”. Participants worked in groups at different stations to examine how diversity in healthy aging is currently understood and addressed in the worlds of research and innovation. They identified dominant stereotypes, existing considerations, remaining blind spots, and the consequences of overlooking these dimensions. They then developed and pitched ideas for solutions and shared critical reflections.