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Gregor Sneddon

Secretary General

International Federation on Ageing

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Mr. Gregor Sneddon is a visionary leader and a trusted voice in the global movement for healthy ageing. With a career rooted in justice, equity, and the inherent dignity of every person, he brings decades of experience at the intersection of ageing, humanitarian response, and community development.

An entrepreneur, artist, ordained in the Anglican Church of Canada, and civil society leader, Mr. Sneddon has led initiatives that span grassroots engagement to global advocacy. As former Executive Director of HelpAge Canada, he championed the rights of older people in underrepresented communities and forged cross-sector collaborations and networks to drive impact.

At the helm of the IFA, Mr. Sneddon guides the organization with humility, integrity, and a deep belief in the right to self-determination. He is committed to amplifying the voices of older people, particularly in regions where ageing outpaces development, and to ensuring that policy is grounded in lived experience. Under his leadership, the IFA is advancing a vision where ageing is seen not as a burden, but as a catalyst for more just, inclusive, and resilient societies.

Shaping a Brighter Future: Innovation, AI, and Global Collaboration for Healthy Ageing 

Wednesday 6 May 2026
12-12.30pm

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The future of aged care is being redefined by innovation, technology, and artificial intelligence—unlocking unprecedented opportunities to enhance dignity, independence, and economic resilience for older people. This keynote explores how person-centred solutions, co-designed with older adults and aligned with global ageing frameworks, can transform care models and strengthen the silver economy. It will highlight the critical role of equitable policy in driving markets and fostering innovation, while emphasising the need for global, intersectional collaboration to advance healthy ageing and longevity. Together, we can shape a future where technology empowers people, policy accelerates progress, and ageing becomes a celebration of possibility.