The United Nations (UN’s) International Day of Older Persons ( IDOP ) is annually observed across the globe on 1st October to honor older persons and raise awareness about their rights and well-being.

Theme:

2025 Theme : The theme of IDOP 2025 is “Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-Being, and Our Rights”

Focus: This year’s theme highlights the transformative role of older persons in fostering inclusive and resilient societies.

Alignment: The theme follows the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA) 2002 , guiding global policies and programs for older persons.

Background:

Origin: IDOP can be traced to the 1982 World Assembly on Ageing, which adopted the Vienna International Plan of Action on Ageing.

Resolution: On Dec

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