2026 Designing Longevity: Work, Welfare and Innovation in Ageing Societies
Important Dates
Abstract Submissions：From now until June 30
Review Period：July 1 - July 24, 2026
Notification of Acceptance & Presentation Format： July 27- July 31, 2026
Registration Period：July 1- September 18, 2026
Call for papers: Theme | Iaww Conference2026
Background
Taiwan is rapidly becoming a super-aged society, where longevity is the new norm. Yet living longer does not always mean living healthier, safer, or happier. As ageing reshapes society, the challenge extends beyond healthcare to the design of work, welfare, and innovation. A more integrated approach is needed to support lifelong learning, social participation, continued contribution, and accessible support across different stages of life. Therefore, an international conference will be held in October to explore Taiwan’s super-aged society from multiple perspectives and to encourage broader dialogue on future responses and possibilities.
Positioning
This international conference centers on ‘Designing Longevity’ focusing on work, welfare, and innovation in ageing societies. Through keynotes, presentations, and panels, it fosters dialogue among academia, policy, and practice. Grounded in dignity and human-centered design, it integrates research, local needs, and innovation to expand possibilities for health, connection, and well-being.
Core Theme
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Designing Longevity as the central theme
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Work, welfare, and innovation in ageing societies
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Human-centered and cross-sector approaches
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Research, policy, and practice for an inclusive longevity society
Objectives
1.To advance cross-sector exchange on Work × Welfare × Innovation in ageing societies and develop a common understanding among academia, policy, and practice.
2.To explore strategies for employment, lifelong learning, and support systems for middle-aged and older adults, with implications for policy and practice.
3.To connect research, local needs, and innovation, and strengthen collaboration across academia, government, and practice.
4.To synthesize key conference outcomes into knowledge outputs for future research and policy development.
Target Participants
- Scholars
- Graduate students
- Researchers
- Individuals concerned with ageing socuety issues
- Government and policy professionals
- Nonprofit, community, and ageing-service practitioners