On October 1st, the world celebrates the International Day of Older Persons, this year under the theme “Older Persons as Drivers of Local and Global Action: Our Time, Our Well-being, Our Rights.” This occasion highlights the transformative role of older adults in building resilient and equitable societies and emphasizes that they are not passive citizens, but active agents of progress. With their deep knowledge and lived experience, older persons make valuable contributions to health equity, financial security, community resilience, and the promotion of human rights.
The Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA), adopted in 2002, remains the cornerstone of global ageing policy. Through its focus on development, health, and supportive environments, MIPAA continues to promote the vision of a society for all ages. The 2025 theme directly reflects these guiding principles by recognizing older persons as drivers of progress both nationally and globally.
In Iran’s rich cultural heritage, older adults hold a uniquely honored place as spiritual, cultural, and social assets whose wisdom and presence strengthen families and communities. Deeply rooted in this belief, the Dr. Mostafa Naraghi Charity Foundation has long been dedicated to supporting the health, quality of life, and financial well-being of older adults, while promoting their dignity and empowerment.
Among the Foundation’s most notable initiatives are its ongoing support for the Kahrizak Charity Foundation—enhancing the welfare and healthcare facilities for elderly residents and the establishment of a specialized university for geriatric studies, aimed at training professionals and advancing academic knowledge in the field of ageing.
The Foundation believes that caring for older adults is not only an act of gratitude toward the past, but also an investment in a more humane, equitable, and resilient future. On this International Day of Older Persons, the Dr. Mostafa Naraghi Charity Foundation reaffirms its commitment to expanding its supportive and educational initiatives for older adults and invites all institutions and individuals to collaborate in creating a society where ageing is respected, valued, and empowered.
