ABOUT embolden
Embolden is an annual event challenging ageism and building respect for older people. It provides unique opportunities for all community members, service providers and older people to learn from each other about making cultural change happen. It recognises the capacity of older people to co-design, co-produce and co-lead innovations. Other innovative features of Embolden include:
Embolden will leave you feeling inspired AND with the resources for change. Check out our Embolden2018 page by clicking the link here.
- Learning from each other - cross cultural respect
- Engaging approaches to learning eg: Market of Great Ideas, Fashion Parade
- Building momentum for real cultural change (nudge theory)
- Capacity building - resourcing community leaders
- Recognising Geriactivism - the role of older people in creating social change
- Working towards a Gerontocracy - increased governance by older people.
Embolden will leave you feeling inspired AND with the resources for change. Check out our Embolden2018 page by clicking the link here.
#Embolden2020
The #Embolden2020 pages have been launched and we would like to thank fabulous film maker Chris Franklin for producing this amazing stinger from our past festivals.
licensing
The Embolden concept was developed by the Celebrate Ageing program. If you are interested in hosting a local Embolden event please contact us regarding partnership and licensing agreements.