Europe's Age-Friendly Future

2025-11-04T12:00:00+00:00

2025-11-04T13:30:00+00:00

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European Parliament

60, rue Wiertz

Brussels

1047

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European Parliament

60, rue Wiertz
1047 BRUSSELS 60, rue Wiertz 1047 BRUSSELS

MEP EVENT

Europe's Age-Friendly Future

📅 Date:

Tuesday, 4th November 2025

🕐 Time:

13:00-14:30

📍 Location:

European Parliament, Room 03F383

Hosted by

Nina CARBERRY

Committee on Transport and Tourism (TRAN)

European People's Party (EPP)

Fine Gael

About the Event

With over 30% of the EU population projected to be 65 or older by 2050, there is a pressing need to adapt how we design and deliver services across Europe. This event will showcase Age Friendly Ireland as a model of best practice in delivering age-friendly services and housing, while highlighting opportunities under Pillar 3 of the EU Demography Toolbox and the upcoming European Affordable Housing Plan.

Participants will explore how innovative housing solutions and community-based approaches can support active ageing and enable older citizens to live independently with dignity. The panel will discuss practical strategies for implementing age-friendly policies across European regions, ensuring that our towns and villages are prepared for demographic change.