Innovating for Age-Inclusive Futures: Fostering Partnerships in Ageing Research and Industry

This event brings together academics, industry professionals, and the senior community to explore and advance innovations in ageing research. Through interactive workshops and insightful showcases, participants will engage with transformative ideas, build partnerships, and shape the future of positive, age-inclusive outcomes.

Program Schedule

Registration: 9.30am - 10am. RMIT Building 80, Level 4, Room 19

Morning Session: Transformative Workshop
What’s Age Got to Do With It? – Changing Age Perspectives
🕘 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Location: RMIT Building 80, Level 4, Room 19

This exclusive and transformative workshop, led by Joanna Maxwell, Director of Age Projects at the Australian Human Rights Commission, will challenge how participants think about ageing and older adults.

Key Highlights:

• Explore the dynamics of ageism and  self-ageism, and their societal impacts.
• Challenge biases and foster inclusive perspectives.
• Develop innovative strategies to engage with ageing positively.

Joanna Maxwell brings her expertise as a thought leader in ageing and social change, with a career spanning law, policy, and advocacy. She is the author of Rethink Your Career in Your 40s, 50s and 60s (HarperCollins, 2017).

Special Booking Required – Limited places available
Spaces are strictly limited for this unique workshop. Register now to secure your place.

Networking and light lunch
🕛 Time: 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
A light lunch will be provided, offering an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and build meaningful relationships.

Afternoon Session: Ageing Innovation Showcase
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: RMIT Building 80, Level 4, Room 19

Discover the cutting-edge of ageing research and innovation as RMIT University’s leading experts present their projects across diverse disciplines, including healthy ageing, technology, housing, AI, and liveability.

Key Topics Include:

• Healthy ageing and well-being
• Housing and ageing in place
• Technology and ageing
• Innovation in ageing
• Ageing and AI
• The role of liveability in healthy ageing

Presenters:

• Distinguished Professor Larissa Hjorth
• Professor Ashton De Silva
• Professor Bernardo Figueiredo
• Professor Mike Reid
• Associate Professor Diana Bossio
• Associate Professor Barbara Polus
• Dr Torgeir Aleti
• Dr Danielle Baxter
• Dr Lucy Gunn
• Dr Sai Durga Vara Prasada Rao Podugu
• Dr Leah Li
• Dr Priya Rani
• Dr Jenny Robinson
• Dr Sarah Sinclair
• Dr Dein Vindigni
• Michael Doneman
• Joyce Lau

…and many more!

Afternoon tea: 3-3.30pm, RMIT Building 80, Level 4, Room 19

Late afternoon session: Industry panel - Challenges and Opportunities in Ageing Futures
🕐 Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: RMIT Building 80, Level 4, Room 19

What to expect:

• Engaging presentations from RMIT University’s experts in ageing research.
• Insights into cutting-edge interdisciplinary solutions.
• Opportunities to connect with researchers and explore collaboration.

Outcomes

By participating in this event, attendees will:

• Gain practical insights into addressing ageism and fostering inclusivity.
• Discover innovative approaches to healthy ageing and age-friendly design.
• Build meaningful collaborations across academia, industry, and community sectors.

Don’t miss this opportunity!
Join us for a day of transformative ideas, innovative research, and meaningful partnerships.

We acknowlege: Pathways to Healthy Ageing (PHA) Network and the Global Business Innovation Platform

Access the full event program here.