Abstract
This article examines how cross-sector collaborations and leadership can be leveraged to advance age-friendly initiatives, with a particular focus on the role of co-production and the involvement of older adults. It first reviews examples of age-friendly initiatives from various regions in the Global North and South, highlighting multisector collaboration. Next, it presents case studies from Manchester (UK)—an international leader in age-friendly programs—that showcase co-production and the active participation of diverse groups of older adults. Finally, the article identifies key leadership principles and skills, as recognized by age-friendly leaders themselves, that are critical for overcoming barriers to collaboration and ensuring the sustainability of age-friendly initiatives.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Journal | Generations (San Francisco) |
| Volume | 29 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 16 Apr 2025 |
Keywords
- cross-sector partnerships
- collaboration
- age-friendly
- co-production
- leadership
- Manchester
Research Beacons, Institutes and Platforms
- Healthier Futures
- Manchester Urban Institute
- Global inequalities
