Reneta Dsouza

CommonAge – July 2025 Edition
This quarter, the Commonwealth witnessed strong progress in advancing ageing equality—from innovation roundtables in London to grassroots action in Nairobi. A standout moment was the Marlborough House roundtable, where a bold £50 million fund was proposed to scale healthy ageing solutions, especially in lower-income regions and Small Island States.

We welcomed new Board members—Ann Keeling (UK), Darren Birbeck (Australia), and Anthony Kupferschmidt (Canada)—whose expertise strengthens our mission.

June also saw impactful World Elder Abuse Awareness Day campaigns across Country Chapters. As we head toward the IFA Global Conference in Cape Town, with new leaders stepping up, our collective momentum and unity have never been stronger.

In this month’s newsletter, we celebrate historic leadership transitions, global advocacy wins, and inspiring local initiatives across the Commonwealth. From the appointment of the Commonwealth’s first African woman Secretary-General to momentum on a UN treaty for older people’s rights, progress is in motion.

Welcome to Our Annual Newsletter!
As we bid 2024 goodbye, we are excited to share the highlights, achievements, and milestones we’ve reached together.