AGE -FRIENDLY KOCHI CITY
Discover the age-friendly city of Kochi, where programs and services are developed based on the eight domains of the World Health Organisation's age-friendly city framework. Explore the initiatives led by the Kochi Municipal Corporation and join the collaboration with organizations and institutions within the city.
In Kochi city, the journey towards becoming Age-Friendly began in 2013 when discussions on addressing the needs of older persons took place.
Recognizing the importance of this initiative, the Center of Excellence for Developing Age-friendly Communities (CEDAC) under MAGICS NGO and the Kochi Municipal Corporation collaborated to develop Age-Friendly programs.
Centre of Excellence for Developing Age Friendly Communities(CEDAC): Age-friendly good practice 👍
THE WHO Age-friendly Cities Framework
The WHO Age-friendly Cities framework developed in the Global Age-friendly Cities Guide proposes eight interconnected domains that can help to identify and address barriers to the well-being and participation of older people. These domains overlap and interact with each other.
SOUHRUDAM KOCHI 2024
Souhrudam is the flagship annual event of Age-Friendly Kochi City, initiated to celebrate and showcase the progress made in making Kochi more inclusive and supportive for its ageing population.
The event aims to highlight the city's achievements in the realm of Age-friendliness while also presenting the roadmap for future interventions and collaborations.
As the first Age-Friendly City from Southeast Asia accredited by the World Health Organization’s Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities (WHO GNAFCC), Kochi holds a prominent role in both India and the global stage in advancing healthy ageing policies.
Discover Kochi City
Explore the vibrant city of Kochi in Kerala, India. Learn about its rich history, diverse demography, and efficient administration. Discover the unique blend of cultures, stunning architecture, and delicious cuisine that make Kochi a must-visit destination.
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”Every day, they strive to improve their service to the clients by developing the right blend of technology and creativity to make sure every job done is done as efficiently as possible.”
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”Every day, they strive to improve their service to the clients by developing the right blend of technology and creativity to make sure every job done is done as efficiently as possible.”
- Joyce Gould
”Every day, they strive to improve their service to the clients by developing the right blend of technology and creativity to make sure every job done is done as efficiently as possible.”
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