United Nations International Day of Older People (York)
IDOP York 2025
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What is IDOP?
Joining the UK network of Age-friendly Communities, every year, on 1 October, people from across the world come together to mark the United Nations International Day of Older People (IDOP). The theme for 2025, is connectivity and the role older people play in creating resilient, sustainable societies.
As part of the much loved and well-established 50+ Festival, activities are taking place from Saturday 20 September to Wednesday 1 October with a Day of Celebration and Central Parade in York on Saturday 27 September.
The event aims to celebrate life, connections and creativity in order to:
- dispel ageist stereotypes
- enhance wellbeing and enjoyment
- foster intergenerational understanding and links
What’s happening?
- Saturday 27 September – York 50+ day of celebration
- Wednesday 1 October – International Day of Older People and recognition to all those who have supported
Why important?
“Sadly, the experience of ageism persists in our society – with nearly half of people over 50 in England reporting age discrimination. Happily, here in York, this unique event is designed by those over 50, for those over 50, to showcase events that inspire, entertain, and connect. The York 50+ Festival has something for everyone and we would love you to be part of it.”
Professor Dianne Willcocks, Vice Chair, YOPA and IDOP Convener
Follow the action
York Older People’s Assembly, St Sampson’s Centre, Church Street, YORK YO1 8BE
Tel: 07965 246193
We aim to:
- Represent the views of older people in York to decision makers locally and nationally
- Inform older people about services that are available
- Identify where needs are not being met
- Work with the local authority and others to make York an age-friendly city