Hyderabad, October 4, 2024: To celebrate the International Day of Older Persons, Helpage India has started a big project called #GenerationsTogether. This project wants to bring young and old people closer, encouraging them to talk, respect each other, and work together. HelpAge India hopes to make society better for people of all ages, helping with problems like older people feeling alone and making everyone more understanding of each other.
Celebrating the spirit of 'Towards a Society for All Ages', @Helpageindia marked 'International Day of Older Persons' in Chandigarh with heartwarming and informative intergenerational activities. The '#GenerationsTogether' campaign was launched by officials of the Department of… pic.twitter.com/2STZa0tqCG
— HelpAge India (@Helpageindia) October 2, 2024
- The campaign began in Hyderabad with speeches by important people like Vepuri Gopala Rao and S. Sreedhar. They talked about how retired people can help society and why it’s important to care for older adults.
- The event had lively cultural performances by older people, showing their skills and energy.
- In Delhi, HelpAge India named famous actress Sharmila Tagore as their Honorary Brand Ambassador. Her involvement will help the campaign reach more people and make a bigger difference.
- The #GenerationsTogether campaign wants to remove the differences between generations and encourage understanding and kindness.
Yetendra Yadav, Territory Head for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana at HelpAge India, said: “Our campaign is about creating platforms where young and older generations can connect and interact with each other. By fostering intergenerational relationships, we can build a more compassionate and inclusive society.”
The #GenerationsTogether campaign is an important initiative aimed at making communities more age-friendly. Ensuring the well-being of older adults in India. HelpAge India aims to foster a society where people of all ages can live happily together. By promoting communication, understanding, and cooperation.
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