Critical reflections from the millennials on the global action against dementia legacy events
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to share information regarding the Global Action Against Dementia Legacy, to critically reflect on the views of the Canadian Young Leaders of Dementia and to strengthen the impact of their voices in the global discussion surrounding dementia.
Design/methodology/approach
This offers a critical reflection and review of the innovative intergenerational discussions and solutions offered by younger Canadians – specifically, the Millennial Generation.
Findings
The paper provides insights about how change and solutions in dementia actions may be established through intergenerational collaboration.
Research limitations/implications
Researchers are encouraged to make room for the voices of younger, less established generations in both discussions and research related to dementia. The younger generations will provide future direction to the Global Action Against Dementia Legacy so it is time to hear their voice too.
Originality/value
This paper draws on developments in the Canadian context to highlight the potential of encouraging a less-usual, intergenerational approach to developing engagement, research and solutions in dementia.
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Citation
Newman, K. and Booi, L. (2015), "Critical reflections from the millennials on the global action against dementia legacy events", Quality in Ageing and Older Adults, Vol. 16 No. 3, pp. 177-182. https://doi.org/10.1108/QAOA-10-2014-0026
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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