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We present to you the 2026 (eng)aging! – 9th International Conference on Aging & Technology Fair held on May 14 – 15, 2026, in Prague. The event will take place as an in-person meeting in Česká spořitelna Palace in Prague (Rytířská 29, Praha 1) and also will be streamed online for those who can not physically attend.

This year’s edition will focus on Communities for All Ages. Additionally, it will showcase technologies and solutions that enhance the quality of life for older adults at the technology fair.

The event is co-financed by International Visegrad Fund, Czech-German Future Fund, and Česká spořitelna.

The program can be also browsed on the Sched phone app, search for 2026engaging.

(eng)aging! project is run by Active Aging Center (AAC), a non-governmental organization, which develops
projects focused on improving life of older people - “Happy Senior” and “Good Investment”, in cooperation with KEYNOTE, a well- established consultancy.

Updated program as of May 05, 2026. Seats are limited – register now!

11:15am CEST

Panel on "Care, Vulnerability, and Social Relationships in Ageing Communities" (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST

This panel examines the role of social relationships, caregiving, and institutional contexts in shaping vulnerability in later life. It focuses on caregiver burden, intergenerational ties, and risks within care systems, highlighting key challenges for ensuring dignity and protection in ageing communities.

Moderators

Fruzsina Albert

professor, Center for Social Sciences, Institute for Sociology, Semmelweis University, Institute of Mental Health

I have over 30 years’ of experience in empirical research on various aspects of interpersonal networks, focusing primarily on friendship and family ties. Other strands of my research concern social inclusion, health and well-being.

Speakers

Emilia Kramkowska

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok

I am sociologist, social gerontologist, assistant professor at the Department of Sociology of Knowledge and Education at the University of Białystok. In the early years of my academic career, my research interests were focused on the issue of violence against older people. The subsequent... Read More →

Anett Mária Leleszi-Tróbert

Assistant Professor, Programme Director of the Active Ageing Programme, Institute of Mental Health, Semmelweis University

Anett Mária Leleszi-Tróbert is a Mental Health and Organizational Development Specialist, Hospital Pastoral Counsellor. Teacher, researcher, assistant professor. For over 20 years, she has been involved in mental health care for elderly patients and their families. Her main research interests are the burden on family... Read More →

Marcela Petrová Kafková

Assistant Professor, Masaryk University/ Faculty of Social Studies

Marcela Petrova Kafkova, PhD. is a sociologist and specialist at the Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University, Brno. She has long been involved in the sociology of ageing and social gerontology, focusing mainly on the topics of active ageing, intergenerational relationships and... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Designing Resilient Communities

11:16am CEST

The Potential of Intra- and Intergenerational Relationships in Building a Sense of Security in (one's own) Old Age (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 11:16am - 11:30am CEST

Speakers

Emilia Kramkowska

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok

I am sociologist, social gerontologist, assistant professor at the Department of Sociology of Knowledge and Education at the University of Białystok. In the early years of my academic career, my research interests were focused on the issue of violence against older people. The subsequent... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 11:16am - 11:30am CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

11:30am CEST

The Burden on Family Caregivers and the Risk of Professional Burnout (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 11:30am - 11:45am CEST

Speakers

Anett Mária Leleszi-Tróbert

Assistant Professor, Programme Director of the Active Ageing Programme, Institute of Mental Health, Semmelweis University

Anett Mária Leleszi-Tróbert is a Mental Health and Organizational Development Specialist, Hospital Pastoral Counsellor. Teacher, researcher, assistant professor. For over 20 years, she has been involved in mental health care for elderly patients and their families. Her main research interests are the burden on family... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 11:30am - 11:45am CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

11:45am CEST

Elder Abuse and Neglect in Institutional Care Contexts (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 11:45am - 12:00pm CEST

Speakers

Marcela Petrová Kafková

Assistant Professor, Masaryk University/ Faculty of Social Studies

Marcela Petrova Kafkova, PhD. is a sociologist and specialist at the Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University, Brno. She has long been involved in the sociology of ageing and social gerontology, focusing mainly on the topics of active ageing, intergenerational relationships and... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 11:45am - 12:00pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

12:00pm CEST

Q&A (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:15pm CEST

Moderators

Fruzsina Albert

professor, Center for Social Sciences, Institute for Sociology, Semmelweis University, Institute of Mental Health

I have over 30 years’ of experience in empirical research on various aspects of interpersonal networks, focusing primarily on friendship and family ties. Other strands of my research concern social inclusion, health and well-being.

Speakers

Emilia Kramkowska

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok

I am sociologist, social gerontologist, assistant professor at the Department of Sociology of Knowledge and Education at the University of Białystok. In the early years of my academic career, my research interests were focused on the issue of violence against older people. The subsequent... Read More →

Anett Mária Leleszi-Tróbert

Assistant Professor, Programme Director of the Active Ageing Programme, Institute of Mental Health, Semmelweis University

Anett Mária Leleszi-Tróbert is a Mental Health and Organizational Development Specialist, Hospital Pastoral Counsellor. Teacher, researcher, assistant professor. For over 20 years, she has been involved in mental health care for elderly patients and their families. Her main research interests are the burden on family... Read More →

Marcela Petrová Kafková

Assistant Professor, Masaryk University/ Faculty of Social Studies

Marcela Petrova Kafkova, PhD. is a sociologist and specialist at the Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University, Brno. She has long been involved in the sociology of ageing and social gerontology, focusing mainly on the topics of active ageing, intergenerational relationships and... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 12:00pm - 12:15pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

12:30pm CEST

Steering Committee Meeting (Closed Session) (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 12:30pm - 1:00pm CEST

Speakers

Kateřina Macháčová

Researcher and Lecturer, Faculty of Humanities, Charles University

Kateřina is a researcher and lecturer at Charles University specializing in active gerontology and life-course longevity. She is the founder of the movement-education concept PERMANENTO and Principal Investigator of a national health research project on functional resilience in later... Read More →

Dr. Yael Benvenisti

Deputy CEO, Insurtech Israel

We are a strategic investment and business development firm specializing in the startup ecosystem. We partner with global insurance carriers to identify and integrate cutting-edge technological solutions that enhance the insurance value chain. In addition to my corporate role, I s... Read More →

Emilia Kramkowska

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok

I am sociologist, social gerontologist, assistant professor at the Department of Sociology of Knowledge and Education at the University of Białystok. In the early years of my academic career, my research interests were focused on the issue of violence against older people. The subsequent... Read More →

Fruzsina Albert

professor, Center for Social Sciences, Institute for Sociology, Semmelweis University, Institute of Mental Health

I have over 30 years’ of experience in empirical research on various aspects of interpersonal networks, focusing primarily on friendship and family ties. Other strands of my research concern social inclusion, health and well-being.

Rosette Farrugia-Bonello

Deputy Director, International Institute On Ageing United Nations-malta

Rosette Farrugia-Bonello is Deputy Director at the International Institute on Ageing, United Nations-Malta (INIA). She lectures at the Department of Gerontology and Dementia Studies, Faculty for Social Wellbeing, University of Malta, and has directed INIA’s International training... Read More →

Alexandre Sidorenko

Expert in International Policy on Ageing, Chairman of (eng)aging! Steering Committee

Bogusława Urbaniak

Professor, Department of Labour and Social Policy, University of Lodz

Urbaniak has been involved in studies related to ageing, the labour market and HR management. She has worked as a researcher and academic teacher for over 50 years. Even after retiring, she continues to work with the university, giving lectures. She is the author or co-author of over... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 12:30pm - 1:00pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Breaks

1:45pm CEST

Panel on "Ageing Workforce and Retirement Dynamics: Skills, Inequalities, and Labour Market Participation" (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm CEST

This panel explores how ageing affects labour market participation, focusing on skills, training, and inequalities among older workers. It also addresses structural barriers such as ageism and caregiving responsibilities, highlighting their impact on employment opportunities and retirement decisions.

Moderators

Piotr Szukalski

Professor, Institute of Sociology, University of Łódź

Piotr Szukalski is associate professor at the University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland. His research interests are in population ageing, family care-giving, older adults activities, ageism, intergenerational relations, regional demography. He has published over 250 articles and chapters related... Read More →

Speakers

Bogusława Urbaniak

Professor, Department of Labour and Social Policy, University of Lodz

Urbaniak has been involved in studies related to ageing, the labour market and HR management. She has worked as a researcher and academic teacher for over 50 years. Even after retiring, she continues to work with the university, giving lectures. She is the author or co-author of over... Read More →

Magdalena Merk

Job Market Practitioner

Magdalena Merk is a job market practitioner with over 25 years of experience in headhunting, competency development, talent advisory, job market transformation, change management, and communication. She has worked with global companies, including General Electric, Citigroup, Bosch... Read More →

Tomasz Drabowicz

Associate Professor, Department of Sociology of Social Structures and Social Change, Faculty of Economics and Sociology, University of Lodz

Tomasz has been exploring social stratification and digital inequalities for more than 20 years. He gained his academic and research experience at the European University Institute in Florence and the University of Lodz. He has been an active contributor to several international research... Read More →

Rebecca Schmelzle

Scientific Researcher, The German Centre of Gerontology / Deutsches Zentrum für Altersfragen (DZA)

Since 2024, Rebecca has been working at the German Centre of Gerontology, where she focusses on the inclusion of nursing home residents in survey research. She has been involved in different studies related to population aging. During her studies, Rebecca has worked at the Kurato... Read More →

Judit Kocsis

PhD candidate, Semmelweis University

Judit Kocsis is a doctoral candidate at the Semmelweis University School of PhD Studies in the Mental Health Sciences Programme. Her research focuses on labour-market equality and the employment participation of family caregivers. In the 2024–2025 academic year, she conducted research at Arizona... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy

1:46pm CEST

Silver Labour Market: A Trap for Unemployed Managers Over the Age of 50 (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 1:46pm - 1:55pm CEST

Speakers

Bogusława Urbaniak

Professor, Department of Labour and Social Policy, University of Lodz

Urbaniak has been involved in studies related to ageing, the labour market and HR management. She has worked as a researcher and academic teacher for over 50 years. Even after retiring, she continues to work with the university, giving lectures. She is the author or co-author of over... Read More →

Magdalena Merk

Job Market Practitioner

Magdalena Merk is a job market practitioner with over 25 years of experience in headhunting, competency development, talent advisory, job market transformation, change management, and communication. She has worked with global companies, including General Electric, Citigroup, Bosch... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 1:46pm - 1:55pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

1:55pm CEST

Degrees of Aging: Do Diplomas or Cognitive Skills Drive Wages for Older Workers in Poland? (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 1:55pm - 2:05pm CEST

Speakers

Tomasz Drabowicz

Associate Professor, Department of Sociology of Social Structures and Social Change, Faculty of Economics and Sociology, University of Lodz

Tomasz has been exploring social stratification and digital inequalities for more than 20 years. He gained his academic and research experience at the European University Institute in Florence and the University of Lodz. He has been an active contributor to several international research... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 1:55pm - 2:05pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

2:05pm CEST

Job-Related Training and Retirement Timing: Evidence from the German Ageing Survey (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 2:05pm - 2:15pm CEST

Speakers

Rebecca Schmelzle

Scientific Researcher, The German Centre of Gerontology / Deutsches Zentrum für Altersfragen (DZA)

Since 2024, Rebecca has been working at the German Centre of Gerontology, where she focusses on the inclusion of nursing home residents in survey research. She has been involved in different studies related to population aging. During her studies, Rebecca has worked at the Kurato... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 2:05pm - 2:15pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

2:15pm CEST

Labour-Market Equality of Family Caregivers: The Role and Attitudes of Employers (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 2:15pm - 2:25pm CEST

Speakers

Judit Kocsis

PhD candidate, Semmelweis University

Judit Kocsis is a doctoral candidate at the Semmelweis University School of PhD Studies in the Mental Health Sciences Programme. Her research focuses on labour-market equality and the employment participation of family caregivers. In the 2024–2025 academic year, she conducted research at Arizona... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 2:15pm - 2:25pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

2:25pm CEST

Q&A (Gallery Hall)

Thursday May 14, 2026 2:25pm - 2:45pm CEST

Moderators

Piotr Szukalski

Professor, Institute of Sociology, University of Łódź

Piotr Szukalski is associate professor at the University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland. His research interests are in population ageing, family care-giving, older adults activities, ageism, intergenerational relations, regional demography. He has published over 250 articles and chapters related... Read More →

Speakers

Bogusława Urbaniak

Professor, Department of Labour and Social Policy, University of Lodz

Urbaniak has been involved in studies related to ageing, the labour market and HR management. She has worked as a researcher and academic teacher for over 50 years. Even after retiring, she continues to work with the university, giving lectures. She is the author or co-author of over... Read More →

Magdalena Merk

Job Market Practitioner

Magdalena Merk is a job market practitioner with over 25 years of experience in headhunting, competency development, talent advisory, job market transformation, change management, and communication. She has worked with global companies, including General Electric, Citigroup, Bosch... Read More →

Tomasz Drabowicz

Associate Professor, Department of Sociology of Social Structures and Social Change, Faculty of Economics and Sociology, University of Lodz

Tomasz has been exploring social stratification and digital inequalities for more than 20 years. He gained his academic and research experience at the European University Institute in Florence and the University of Lodz. He has been an active contributor to several international research... Read More →

Rebecca Schmelzle

Scientific Researcher, The German Centre of Gerontology / Deutsches Zentrum für Altersfragen (DZA)

Since 2024, Rebecca has been working at the German Centre of Gerontology, where she focusses on the inclusion of nursing home residents in survey research. She has been involved in different studies related to population aging. During her studies, Rebecca has worked at the Kurato... Read More →

Judit Kocsis

PhD candidate, Semmelweis University

Judit Kocsis is a doctoral candidate at the Semmelweis University School of PhD Studies in the Mental Health Sciences Programme. Her research focuses on labour-market equality and the employment participation of family caregivers. In the 2024–2025 academic year, she conducted research at Arizona... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 2:25pm - 2:45pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

10:00am CEST

Panel on "The Silver and Care Economy in Ageing Societies: Systems, Markets, and Behaviour" (Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CEST

This panel explores the economic dimensions of demographic ageing, focusing on the sustainability of pension systems, the emergence of the long-term care economy, and individual engagement with silver economy products. It highlights how demographic pressures, market development, and individual behaviour interact in shaping economic responses to ageing societies.

Moderators

Tomasz Drabowicz

Associate Professor, Department of Sociology of Social Structures and Social Change, Faculty of Economics and Sociology, University of Lodz

Tomasz has been exploring social stratification and digital inequalities for more than 20 years. He gained his academic and research experience at the European University Institute in Florence and the University of Lodz. He has been an active contributor to several international research... Read More →

Speakers

Mariana Buciuceanu-Vrabie

Research Associate Professor, National Institute for Economic Research, ASEM

Mariana has extensive research experience in social and demographic issues, such as social services for vulnerable groups (children, the elderly), the reconciliation of professional and parental roles, active aging, and youth policies. Since 2008, she has been working as a Research... Read More →

Olga Poalelungi

National Institute for Economic Research, AESM / Centre for Demographic Research, Scientific Researcher

Olga Poalelungi has over three decades of professional experience in migration management and public policy. She served as Director of the Bureau of Migration and Asylum of the Republic of Moldova (2012–2021), contributing to aligning national migration policies with European standards... Read More →

Olga Gagauz

Director & Habilitated doctor in sociology, National Institute for Economic Research, Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova

Olga Gagauz leads research activities at the National Institute for Economic Research of the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova. Since 2017, she has served as Editor-in-Chief of the scientific journal Economy and Sociology, which promotes interdisciplinary research on socio-economic development in Moldova and the wider region.She is recognized as a national expert on population and development in Moldova, with nearly three decades of experience in demographic and sociological research. Her primary... Read More →

Piotr Szukalski

Professor, Institute of Sociology, University of Łódź

Piotr Szukalski is associate professor at the University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland. His research interests are in population ageing, family care-giving, older adults activities, ageism, intergenerational relations, regional demography. He has published over 250 articles and chapters related... Read More →

Friday May 15, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy

10:01am CEST

Migration, Aging, and Pension Exports: Sustainability of Moldova’s Public System (Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 10:01am - 10:15am CEST

Speakers

Mariana Buciuceanu-Vrabie

Research Associate Professor, National Institute for Economic Research, ASEM

Mariana has extensive research experience in social and demographic issues, such as social services for vulnerable groups (children, the elderly), the reconciliation of professional and parental roles, active aging, and youth policies. Since 2008, she has been working as a Research... Read More →

Olga Poalelungi

National Institute for Economic Research, AESM / Centre for Demographic Research, Scientific Researcher

Olga Poalelungi has over three decades of professional experience in migration management and public policy. She served as Director of the Bureau of Migration and Asylum of the Republic of Moldova (2012–2021), contributing to aligning national migration policies with European standards... Read More →

Friday May 15, 2026 10:01am - 10:15am CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

10:15am CEST

Development of the Long-Term Care Economy in the Context of Demographic Ageing(Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 10:15am - 10:30am CEST

Speakers

Olga Gagauz

Director & Habilitated doctor in sociology, National Institute for Economic Research, Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova

Olga Gagauz leads research activities at the National Institute for Economic Research of the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova. Since 2017, she has served as Editor-in-Chief of the scientific journal Economy and Sociology, which promotes interdisciplinary research on socio-economic development in Moldova and the wider region.She is recognized as a national expert on population and development in Moldova, with nearly three decades of experience in demographic and sociological research. Her primary... Read More →

Friday May 15, 2026 10:15am - 10:30am CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

10:30am CEST

The Tendency of Poles in Pre-Retirement Age to Use Silver Economy Products (Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 10:30am - 10:45am CEST

Speakers

Piotr Szukalski

Professor, Institute of Sociology, University of Łódź

Piotr Szukalski is associate professor at the University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland. His research interests are in population ageing, family care-giving, older adults activities, ageism, intergenerational relations, regional demography. He has published over 250 articles and chapters related... Read More →

Friday May 15, 2026 10:30am - 10:45am CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

10:45am CEST

Q&A (Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 10:45am - 11:00am CEST

This panel examines how digital inequalities influence inclusion, participation, and trust in later life. It brings together perspectives on digital literacy in relation to labour market engagement, health literacy, and the use of emerging technologies such as AI. The contributions highlight how disparities in skills and access shape opportunities for active ageing and emphasize the need for inclusive, age-friendly digital environments and participatory approaches that actively involve older adults in the design of digital solutions.

Moderators

Tomasz Drabowicz

Associate Professor, Department of Sociology of Social Structures and Social Change, Faculty of Economics and Sociology, University of Lodz

Tomasz has been exploring social stratification and digital inequalities for more than 20 years. He gained his academic and research experience at the European University Institute in Florence and the University of Lodz. He has been an active contributor to several international research... Read More →

Speakers

Olga Gagauz

Director & Habilitated doctor in sociology, National Institute for Economic Research, Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova

Olga Gagauz leads research activities at the National Institute for Economic Research of the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova. Since 2017, she has served as Editor-in-Chief of the scientific journal Economy and Sociology, which promotes interdisciplinary research on socio-economic development in Moldova and the wider region.She is recognized as a national expert on population and development in Moldova, with nearly three decades of experience in demographic and sociological research. Her primary... Read More →

Olga Poalelungi

National Institute for Economic Research, AESM / Centre for Demographic Research, Scientific Researcher

Olga Poalelungi has over three decades of professional experience in migration management and public policy. She served as Director of the Bureau of Migration and Asylum of the Republic of Moldova (2012–2021), contributing to aligning national migration policies with European standards... Read More →

Piotr Szukalski

Professor, Institute of Sociology, University of Łódź

Piotr Szukalski is associate professor at the University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland. His research interests are in population ageing, family care-giving, older adults activities, ageism, intergenerational relations, regional demography. He has published over 250 articles and chapters related... Read More →

Friday May 15, 2026 10:45am - 11:00am CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

11:15am CEST

Panel on "Ageing in Urban and Rural Communities: Conditions for a Dignified, Independent, and Active Life" (Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST

This panel explores differences between urban and rural communities in creating conditions for a dignified, independent, and active life in later life. It focuses on public spaces, service accessibility, and community-based approaches that support quality of life and participation among older adults.

Moderators

Zuzana Katreniakova

Assistant professor, PJ Safarik University in Kosice, Faculty of Medicine, Dept of Social and Behavioural Medicine

Zuzana Katreniakova has been engaged in research in the field of older adults’ health promotion and strengthening the public health system for more than 20 years. As a member of the EUPHA Governing Board and the SAVEZ chairman, she also focuses on the transfer of research outputs... Read More →

Speakers

Urszula Abłażewicz

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok

Sociologist, assistant professor at the Faculty of Sociology, University of Bialystok. Author and co-author of research and publications in the field of social diversity, social capital and spatial sociology.

Katarzyna Zajda

Departament of Rural and Urban Studies and Sociology of Social Change and Center of Social Innovation, University of Lodz

She is a sociologist, and practitioner specializing in rural community research and the implementation of social innovations. As the Head of both the Social Innovation Centre (CEIN) and the Department of Rural, Urban, and Social Change Sociology at the University of Lodz, she bridges... Read More →

Romana Bélová

Deputy Director for Social Work, Slezská diakonie

Romana Bélová is a deputy director for social work in Slezská diakonie (Czech Republic) which provides 112 various social services with around 1000 staff members and 10 000 service users. With her professional background she is a social worker, she also has a degree in social management... Read More →

Friday May 15, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Ageing in Urban and Rural Communities

11:16am CEST

Inclusive Public Spaces: Co-designing with Older People (Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 11:16am - 11:30am CEST

Speakers

Urszula Abłażewicz

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok

Sociologist, assistant professor at the Faculty of Sociology, University of Bialystok. Author and co-author of research and publications in the field of social diversity, social capital and spatial sociology.

Friday May 15, 2026 11:16am - 11:30am CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Ageing in Urban and Rural Communities Presentation

11:30am CEST

Age-Friendly Polish Village- Rural Living Conditions and Residential Satisfaction Among Older Adults (Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 11:30am - 11:45am CEST

Speakers

Katarzyna Zajda

Departament of Rural and Urban Studies and Sociology of Social Change and Center of Social Innovation, University of Lodz

She is a sociologist, and practitioner specializing in rural community research and the implementation of social innovations. As the Head of both the Social Innovation Centre (CEIN) and the Department of Rural, Urban, and Social Change Sociology at the University of Lodz, she bridges... Read More →

Friday May 15, 2026 11:30am - 11:45am CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Ageing in Urban and Rural Communities Presentation

11:45am CEST

Dementia Friendly Communities Concept in the the Czech Republic from the regional perspective (Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 11:45am - 12:00pm CEST

Speakers

Romana Bélová

Deputy Director for Social Work, Slezská diakonie

Romana Bélová is a deputy director for social work in Slezská diakonie (Czech Republic) which provides 112 various social services with around 1000 staff members and 10 000 service users. With her professional background she is a social worker, she also has a degree in social management... Read More →

Friday May 15, 2026 11:45am - 12:00pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Ageing in Urban and Rural Communities Presentation

12:00pm CEST

Q&A (Gallery Hall)

Friday May 15, 2026 12:00pm - 12:15pm CEST

Moderators

Zuzana Katreniakova

Assistant professor, PJ Safarik University in Kosice, Faculty of Medicine, Dept of Social and Behavioural Medicine

Zuzana Katreniakova has been engaged in research in the field of older adults’ health promotion and strengthening the public health system for more than 20 years. As a member of the EUPHA Governing Board and the SAVEZ chairman, she also focuses on the transfer of research outputs... Read More →

Speakers

Urszula Abłażewicz

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok

Sociologist, assistant professor at the Faculty of Sociology, University of Bialystok. Author and co-author of research and publications in the field of social diversity, social capital and spatial sociology.

Katarzyna Zajda

Departament of Rural and Urban Studies and Sociology of Social Change and Center of Social Innovation, University of Lodz

She is a sociologist, and practitioner specializing in rural community research and the implementation of social innovations. As the Head of both the Social Innovation Centre (CEIN) and the Department of Rural, Urban, and Social Change Sociology at the University of Lodz, she bridges... Read More →

Romana Bélová

Deputy Director for Social Work, Slezská diakonie

Romana Bélová is a deputy director for social work in Slezská diakonie (Czech Republic) which provides 112 various social services with around 1000 staff members and 10 000 service users. With her professional background she is a social worker, she also has a degree in social management... Read More →

Friday May 15, 2026 12:00pm - 12:15pm CEST
Gallery Hall Česká spořitelna Palace

Ageing in Urban and Rural Communities Presentation