David Rehkopf on the Longevity Class Divide
David Rehkopf explores why healthy longevity is shaped not only by personal choices, but also by the social and economic conditions in which people live. In this profile from the Stanford Center on Longevity, incoming director David Rehkopf shares how his work bridges biology, data science, and sociology to better understand the factors that influence […]
The economic case for investing in healthy longevity
By 2050, the global population over age 65 will double, meaning that investing in health is investing in our future. IN this report, the McKinsey Health Institute and FII Institutes quantify the economic return on investments in aging interventions. Link: https://fii-institute.org/publication/the-economic-case-for-investing-in-healthy-longevity/
What’s neXT50 Collaboration with Manulife
We are proud to announce a new collaboration with Manulife / John Hancock that will bring What’s neXT50 programming and community access to eligible Group Retirement members and Private Wealth clients across Canada and the United States. As a Social Wellness Partner aligned with the Manulife Longevity Institute, What’s neXT50 will support one of the […]
World Economic Forum- Future Proofing the Longevity Economy
An unprecedented global age shift is reshaping how people live, work, care and retire, and this report argues that the “longevity economy” can be a powerful engine for inclusive growth if systems are redesigned for longer, more varied lives. Rather than viewing ageing populations as a burden, it calls for new financial, social and workplace […]
Friending: The Long Life Practice
Jeff Hamaoui reframes friendship as a lifelong discipline essential to health, happiness, and purpose. In this deeply personal and beautifully reflective essay, Modern Elder Academy co-founder Jeff Hamaoui explores “friending” as a practice — one that requires intention, consistency, and care. Drawing on both research and lived experience, Hamaoui argues that friendship is the single […]
The Promise of Longevity for Human Health and Prosperity
Language can reinforce ageism and aging stereotypes when we need intergenerational solidarity.
CEO’s Get Serious About Longevity
Language can reinforce ageism and aging stereotypes when we need intergenerational solidarity.