• I Am Because We Are

    Posted on February 27, 2023

    I Am Because We Are By Katie Smith Sloan We are reminded every day that our well-being is intricately intertwined with the well-being of others. Our African concept of Ubuntu—”I am because we are”—captures this beautifully. … It is in the simplicity of this philosophy that we draw our resilience.  Global Ageing Network Board Member […]

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  • How Can We Help Older Adults Help Us?

    Posted on September 28, 2021

    Let’s join forces with older adults to change the world, writes President & CEO Katie Smith Sloan.   Last week, the Global Ageing Network offered a much-needed “breath of fresh air” to participants of its 2021 Summit—including me. Of course, the COVID-related challenges we’ve all faced head-on since March 2020 were front-and-center during most sessions […]

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