The Global Coalition on Aging was thrilled to partner with Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) for the Silver Economy Forum 2026. With GMCA, one of the most successful age-friendly cities in the world, we focused on the critical role of age-friendly cities in reimagining 21st century life, work and communities as well as in supporting the expansion of the Silver Economy.
The Forum was held in Sister Auditorium at the Renold Innovation Hub in Manchester City Centre.
We explored how age-friendly cities can be the drivers of their own, national and international, policy changes, broadening the Silver Economy and being the cornerstone of fiscal sustainability and economic growth. These urban centers play a pivotal role in creating and integrating infrastructure to suit the needs of their older populations, attracting businesses engaged in the Silver Economy, promoting healthy aging and providing a hub for education and training of its population throughout their life course. Building and sustaining an age-friendly city creates new business opportunities, leverages the talent and engagement of the entire population, works to keep their populations healthy, diminishes ageism and is a beacon for all sectors of society.
Read the Outcome Report that was launched at the United Nations, February 3, 2026.
This report translates SEF 2025 discussions and commitments into a practical roadmap organized around:
The Blueprint: core pillars of age-friendly cities
Policy & Investment Imperatives: priority reforms
Innovation & Community: technology and trust-building
Roadmap for Action: concrete next steps you can adapt to your context
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