Honouring wisdom of the elderly
- Utilizing senior citizen wisdom
- Transmitting wisdom of elders
- Increasing social guidance by the older generation
- Communicating wisdom of elders
- Focusing on elders' skills
- Giving attention to elders' expertise
Description
Honouring the wisdom of the elderly involves actively recognizing, valuing, and integrating their knowledge and experience into community decision-making, education, and mentorship. This strategy addresses the marginalization and underutilization of older generations by creating structured opportunities for intergenerational dialogue, advisory roles, and cultural transmission. Its practical intent is to remedy social fragmentation, preserve heritage, and enhance problem-solving by leveraging the unique insights and lived experiences of elders for societal benefit.
Claim
Old age ought to be spent meditating on the works of the philosophers, an occupation which will bring peace and felicity and will open the way to eternity" (Seneca).
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Global strategies
Type
(D) Detailed strategies
Subject
- Society » Social
- Society » Elderly
- Social activity » Human resources » Human resources
- Information » Expertise
- Transportation, telecommunications » Telecommunications
- Communication » Communication
- Education » Vocational guidance
- Economics » Resource utilization
- Consciousness » Consciousness
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English
1A4N
Q9154
DOCID
12791540
D7NID
194688
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Last update
Dec 2, 2022