The Global Coalition on Aging (GCOA) is deeply saddened to learn of His Holiness Pope Francis’ current battle with pneumonia and complex infection. Our thoughts are with him and the Vatican’s leadership as they navigate this difficult time. His resilience, faith, and commitment to the well-being of others serve as a beacon of hope for…

Join the Global Coalition on Aging (GCOA), Permanent Mission of the Federal Republic of Germany to the United Nations, UN DESA, and the American Council on Germany for "Global Population Aging, the SDGs, and the Silver Economy in the Decade of Healthy Ageing".

The Global Coalition on Aging (GCOA) participated in the 34th United Nations International Day of Older Persons, Ageing with Dignity: The Importance of Strengthening Care and Support Systems for Older Persons Worldwide, on Monday, October 7, 2024, at the ECOSOC Chamber, UN Headquarters in New York.

January 6, 2025, New York, New York, and Vatican City – On November 12, 2024, the Global Coalition on Aging and the Acton Institute brought together a diverse group of thought leaders—including senior clergy, scientists, patient advocates, and private sector innovators—at the Pontifical Academy of Sciences in Vatican City for a critical discussion on antimicrobial…

The decline in geriatric care leaves millions of older adults without specialized medical support, driven by low reimbursement rates and a lack of incentives for doctors to enter the field.